SEC, Big Ten voice concerns over "Protect College Sports Act" bill
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 8:38 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The SEC and Big Ten conferences have expressed dissatisfaction with the current version of the "Protect College Sports Act," which is moving forward in the Senate. SEC commissioner Greg Sankey highlighted potential litigation risks associated with media rights pooling, which could emerge from the bill. The legislation permits FBS programs to pool media rights if a significant majority of schools agree. Additionally, the SEC and Big Ten oppose a provision that would restrict their ability to merge into a superleague. Amendments to address these concerns are possible before the Senate vote.
- •SEC and Big Ten raise objections to the "Protect College Sports Act".
- •Sankey cites risks of potential lawsuits from media rights pooling.
- •Bill allows media rights pooling with agreement from 75% of FBS schools.
- •SEC and Big Ten oppose restrictions on merging into a superleague.
- •Further amendments may be considered before Senate voting.
- 8:38 PMYahoo Sports — SEC, Big Ten have concerns with current version of "Protect College Sports Act"
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