SEC and Big Ten propose significant salary cap increase for college sports
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 12:13 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The SEC and Big Ten conferences are advocating for a salary cap increase exceeding $20 million, aiming to improve player retention and address competitive disparities. This follows ongoing discussions around the Protect College Sports Act, where lawmakers have presented concessions related to revenue sharing. The proposed cap changes may complicate existing rules on player payments, which have already seen significant fluctuations. Key stakeholders, including Ohio State officials, are seeking clarity on potential repercussions for exceeding these caps, indicating a regulatory ambiguity as negotiations continue.
- •SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey addressed media on the proposed salary cap changes.
- •The salary cap currently stands at $21.3 million for the 2026 academic year.
- •Proposals aim to create a $20 million-plus player retention pool.
- •Concerns persist about adherence to proposed caps and third-party player payments.
- •Ohio State's athletic director and coach express a need for clarity in regulations.
- 12:13 PMYahoo Sports — Jumbo Package: Big Ten, SEC want a higher salary cap to ignore
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