Nicole Auerbach
Lead college football insider for NBC Sports and experienced reporter on college athletics, providing analysis on the College Football Playoff, conference realignment, and industry dynamics.
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Dec 24, 2025 • 47min
The CFP Expansion That Wasn’t
Nicole Auerbach, lead college football insider for NBC Sports, dives into the complexities of the College Football Playoff landscape. She critiques the lackluster first-round matchups and discusses the uncertain future of CFP expansion due to Big Ten–SEC tensions. Nicole shares insights into Notre Dame's potential conference moves and the growing financial pressures on athletic departments. She also touches on the impact of rapid coaching turnover and her surprising national championship pick, Indiana.
Jan 22, 2025 • 40min
College Football's Billion-Dollar Gold Mine
Nicole Auerbach, NBC Sports’ lead college football insider, dives into the thrilling changes in the college football playoff system. She highlights the successes of fan engagement with the expanded 12-team format and discusses the challenges of seeding. Auerbach considers the potential for a 14-team field and the implications of strategic losses in conference championships. She also addresses the shifting power dynamics in college sports governance, especially with NIL deals and the influence of major conferences like the Big Ten and SEC.
