The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd Podcast - Ohio State Buckeyes Beat Notre Dame To Win National Championship, Big Ten Has HUGE NIL Advantage Over SEC, Bears Hire Ben Johnson
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Jan 21, 2025 John Middlekauff, host of the "3 and Out" podcast, joins to analyze Ohio State's thrilling victory over Notre Dame in the National Championship. They dive into the significant NIL funding advantage of the Big Ten over the SEC, explaining how it skews competition in college football. The conversation shifts to the Bears hiring Ben Johnson and what this means for Caleb Williams' future. Additionally, they speculate on Notre Dame's potential move to the Big Ten and debate the notion of parity in football, suggesting it's an overrated concept.
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Big Ten's NIL Advantage
- Ohio State's dominant win highlights the Big Ten's NIL advantage.
- Their large, affluent alumni base provides significant funding, outpacing SEC schools.
Big Ten Fans in Naples
- Colin Cowherd observes a high concentration of Big Ten fans in affluent areas like Naples, Florida.
- This demonstrates the Big Ten's significant financial resources, contrasting with SEC fan bases.
Saban's NIL Concerns
- Nick Saban, recognizing the financial power of Texas, expressed concern about competing with their NIL resources.
- This highlights the growing importance of NIL in college football recruiting.