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Hawaii voices concerns over student-athlete pay legislation ahead of bowl season

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 1:00 PM

Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Hawaii voices concerns over student-athlete pay legislation ahead of bowl season
Summary

The University of Hawaii expressed dissatisfaction following the collapse of its NIL support legislation. The football is also shifting as the 2026 Mountain West conference schedules are ranked from hardest to easiest. The bowl schedule for the upcoming season has been released with 32 games set across three platforms. ESPN will air the postseason events from December 12, 2026, to January 2, 2027. Additionally, Nick Saban emphasized the importance of regional conferences, and Boise State welcomed back former coach Max Rice.

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Status Watch
  • •Hawaii's NIL bill fails, prompting criticism from university officials.
  • •Mountain West football schedules ranked from hardest to easiest.
  • •2026-27 bowl season schedule features 32 games on ESPN.
  • •Nick Saban advocates for regional conference alignment.
  • •Max Rice returns to coach Boise State football.
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