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Lane Kiffin, Nick Saban in Agreement on Big Change Needed in College Football

Lane Kiffin, Nick Saban in Agreement on Big Change Needed in College Football

Summary

College football coaches Nick Saban and Lane Kiffin agree there needs to be a change in the football schedule. They are concerned about the overlap between the College Football Playoff and the NCAA transfer portal, which they say creates confusion and problems for teams.

Key Facts

  • Nick Saban is a well-known college football coach and "College GameDay" analyst.
  • Saban wants changes to the college football schedule to avoid overlap between playoffs and the transfer portal.
  • The transfer portal allows college players to change schools, and it opens on a set date.
  • Lane Kiffin, another well-known coach, agrees with Saban's idea for changing the schedule.
  • The current timing can cause confusion as coaches and players manage multiple commitments.
  • Saban has not pursued a leadership role in college football management despite suggestions.

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