Big Ten commissioner denies super league discussions with SEC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 7:34 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti stated that there have been no talks of forming a super league with the SEC. These comments come amid ongoing speculation regarding potential conference realignment and dissatisfaction with the current College Football Playoff structure. Petitti emphasized that any rumors suggesting collaboration originate from outside the conferences. SEC commissioner Greg Sankey has similarly dismissed the concept. Petitti's statements aim to clarify the Big Ten's position and quell recent speculation regarding future league formations.
- •Tony Petitti denies discussions on forming a super league with SEC.
- •Rumors of a super league have circulated amid conference realignment speculation.
- •Petitti claims any suggestions come from outside the Big Ten and SEC.
- •Greg Sankey has previously dismissed the idea of a super league.
- 7:34 PMYahoo Sports — Big Ten commissioner denies conference is pursuing a super league
"Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti vehemently denied rumors that the conference is working with the SEC to form a super league.
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