John Cohen comments on Protect College Sports Act progress and future of power leagues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 11:20 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Auburn athletic director John Cohen discussed the ongoing legislative efforts regarding the Protect College Sports Act during an appearance on The Paul Finebaum Show. Two of three procedural votes have been completed, with a full Senate vote expected next week. Cohen noted that if the bill fails to pass through the House, major decisions will need to be made by the Power Four conferences. He expressed encouragement about the Senate's support but emphasized the urgency of potential self-governance discussions within leagues as key deadlines approach, including the early signing period and transfer portal window.
- •Senate voted 77-24 on the Protect College Sports Act.
- •Full Senate vote anticipated next week before heading to the House.
- •Cohen stressed readiness for possible self-governance if the act fails.
- •Significant changes needed before the early signing period and transfer portal window.
- 11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Auburn’s John Cohen: Power conferences will need to make ‘serious decisions’ if PCSA does not pass
"With two of three procedural votes in the books, the hope is the Protect College Sports Act a full vote on the U.S. Senate floor next week. From there, it heads to the House of Representatives, but Auburn athletics director John Cohen stressed the importance of being ready for anything with the bill’s future. Lawmakers […]
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