Alabama and Auburn criticize Protect College Sports Act in joint statement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 12:46 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
On July 7, 2026, Alabama and Auburn released a letter opposing the Protect College Sports Act. They stated the bill fails to adequately address critical issues facing college athletics. The schools believe it would undermine existing enforcement mechanisms, allow for new litigation, and impose excessive federal control over college sports. They emphasized that the bill does not promote the goals of protecting student-athletes or maintaining competitive fairness. A follow-up may be expected as discussions on college athletics regulations continue.
- •Alabama and Auburn issued a joint statement against the Protect College Sports Act.
- •They argue the bill does not solve issues in college athletics.
- •The bill may lead to increased litigation and federal oversight.
- •The schools emphasize the importance of protecting student-athletes and fair competition.
- 12:46 PMYahoo Sports — Jumbo Package: Alabama and Auburn speak out against the Protect College Sports Act
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