Jon Joseph

The proposal is precisely the reason the B1G and the SEC joined forces. David Marsh's comment is spot on. A division into a Super League has occurred. The B1G and the SEC will not agree to any change that would equate them with any 'lesser' conferences. 'Management' when it comes to dealing with the players and their rights will be the Power 2 and possibly other programs that will be able to afford the buy-in. Not too different than what NCAA President Baker proposed without the power to have his proposal approved. The marketplace has separated the Power 2 from the rest. I think 'accretive' programs, Notre Dame, Clemson, North Carolina, and FSU for example, will be added to the Power 2 and that revenues within the two conferences will no longer be split evenly among member teams. Certain conference members may drop football but stay on board for other sports. Title IX implications will have to be reconciled. I say, 'Thank goodness for some leadership.'

https://athlonsports.com/college-football/sec-and-big-ten-on-the-cusp-of-historic-move-to-change-cfb-forever The B1G and SEC 'consortium' is taking proactive steps instead of continuing with the NCAA's reactive steps. I see this as being very positive for the sport of college football which is under attack on so many fronts with no leadership, only liabilities, from the NCAA.

Details are left to be worked out of course but revenue sharing may solve many issues and keep football as a college sport and not a direct NFL subsidiary. SEC, Big Ten developing plan to share revenue with players in potential landmark change to college athletics - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM The model being discussed by college sports' top conferences could go a long way toward settling outstanding lawsuits

In 1971, the year Plunkett won the Heisman, my friend, John Sande, started in the Rose Bowl for Pac-8 champion Stanford, weighing in at 215 pounds. John was named the center on the Rose Bowl 1970s all-decade team. Plunkett and WR Randy 'The Rabbit' Vataha were drafted by the Boston Patriots. John joined them in the Boston area at Harvard Law School. Stanford upset Ohio State, 27-17, and John out-played the 'behemoth' Ohio State nose tackle Jim Stillwagon who weighed in at an unheard of 240 pounds. Players today are bigger, stronger, faster, and wealthier.

Love for Jackson Powers-Johnson. 10 notable steals from the 2024 NFL Draft WWW.YARDBARKER.COM With the NFL Draft now over, here's a look at 10 notable steals.

More love for Troy. Seems to be the consensus 'why so low?' guy from the 2024 draft. Four NFL Draft 'projects' with the best chance to develop into stars WWW.YARDBARKER.COM For the most part, the NFL Draft is a gamble, meaning there are no guarantees. However, that uncertainty creates a stage for prospects without the highest expectations to emerge. With that...

Whole lotta love for Denver getting Troy Franklin in the 4th round. Prisco's NFL Draft 2024 grades for all 32 teams, including best and worst picks: Commanders receive only A+ - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM Pete Prisco hands out grades to every team for their 2024 NFL Draft class

A different take on 2025. Caldwell, Stewart, and Conerly go in the 1st round. NFL Mock Draft: Way-too-early first round predictions for 2025 247SPORTS.COM The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft is officially in the books. As the rest of this year's draft rolls on, we're tempted to look ahead with a way-too-early 2025 NFL Mock Draft.

Early position grades for the 2025 NFL Draft: Down year for QBs, WRs stand out, No. 1 contenders at EDGE, CB - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM The run on QBs in 2024 suggests teams know the 2025 class isn't as good

Way too early 2025 draft 1st round projection from SEC-centric SB Nation; I think a number of the Ohio State players will go higher than projected. 2024 SEC 12 picks. 2024 B1G 11 picks. Oregon's Stewart and Muhammad are projected to go in the first round. Will Stewart be the Ducks best WR? Muhammad the best CB? NFL mock draft 2025: Early projection is light on franchise QBs, heavy on defense WWW.SBNATION.COM It’s never too early for a look at next year’s draft class. Here’s our first look at the 2025 NFL Draft.

Terrific post, thank you, Charles. Unlike Prime Time, Dan 'gets' that you need a good group of recruits augmented by the portal. Going one way, Dabo Swinney, or the other, Deion, is not a championship approach.

This is a smart move if baseball is where his athletic future lies. Does baseball award full scholarships?

THANK YOU, NJ!

Do subscribe to the B1G Network, BTN. Pac-12 Network to the B1G Network is moving from Single-A to The Show. I tape and watch B1G Today every day. It comes on at noon Eastern. I don't know if the first airing is at 9 AM Pacific or is delayed to Noon Pacific.

Mike, always great to get your thoughts. Michigan - I think the D especially the DL, will be terrific. But the offense? I expect Moore to continue with the approach of playing great D and running the ball. The OL is a complete rebuild. Orji and Warren both looked OK at QB but I do not believe either guy can win games throwing the ball. And compared to 2023, the schedule OCC and in-conference ramps up in 2024. I think 9-3 is this season's high-water mark for the Wolverines. Ohio State - Agree with you, the Buckeyes D will be awesome. Only 4 Ohio State guys were picked in the draft. Why? Because Harrison was the only highly touted draft-eligible player to say goodbye to Columbus. 9 players return for a Buckeyes D that was terrific last season and with the addition of Caleb Downs from Bama, will be better this season; especially, with the easiest schedule among B1G title contenders. Ohio State is a lock to be undefeated when the team visits Autzen on 10/12. MIZZOU - The 16th out of 16 teams easiest schedule in the SEC. Will Mizzou go 10-2 and make the Playoff or 9-3 and be on the cusp? QB and one of the best WR's back but the D was hit hard by the draft and the DC leaving for LSU. Auburn - With Michigan State transfer Thorne the presumed starter at QB I do not see a lot of room for improvement. Surprising that Freeze has not been able to upgrade the position. Texas - I need to see it before I believe the Longhorns lofty preseason ranking. Texas lost a lot of studs to the NFL. Will 2023's close wins in the B12 be wins in the SEC? I think Georgia will defeat Texas in Austin and also defeat Alabama without Saint Nick whom Kirby defeated once in 5 tries, on the sideline. Let's Get It On!

Fun scrimmage but with split squads how do you truly judge anything including the terrific D line play against two make-shift O lines? The best news. Over 40,000 in attendance; hats off to the OBD fans. No one was seriously injured. All of the dinged players are expected back for fall (summer) practice. A good time was had by all including the fans who stayed for a postgame concert. Another classy Ducks move. Moga? My goodness, he is FAST! He almost beat Cobbins to the end zone. At first, I wondered which of the DBs had this kind of speed before realizing that the guy closest to Cobbins was Moga. A lot of fun and it was great to see every player who dressed get reps.

Denver receives an A- grade and is not roasted for taking Bo at 12 by people who watch every play by every player. This is the best draft summary that I have seen. 2024 NFL Draft grades for all 32 teams WWW.PFF.COM PFF grades all 32 teams' 2024 NFL Draft classes after three days and seven rounds of selections.

PFF's team draft rankings. 2024 NFL Draft grades for all 32 teams WWW.PFF.COM PFF grades all 32 teams' 2024 NFL Draft classes after three days and seven rounds of selections. Denver with an A- grade from folks who watch the players play in detail.

The B1G's Saturday Tradition site like the B1g Ten Network is including the new West Coast member teams in its coverage of the B1G. Filthy rich: How much money every 2024 B1G first-round draft pick will make SATURDAYTRADITION.COM The Big Ten produced a strong group of first-round picks. Here's how much those players are set to make in the NFL.

Not B1G but of interest to OBD members, I think. RB Martinez as I expected has joined the Mari(o) crew. Will Pac-2 transfers at QB and at RB lead the way into the 12-team playoff field? I wouldn't bet on it. https://athlonsports.com/college/miami-hurricanes/inside-hurricanes/football/four-ways-former-oregon-state-beavers-running-back-helps-the-miami-hurricanes-

Lots of love for Nebraska QB Dylan Rialo. However, 'It's NOT a league game, Smoke.' https://athlonsports.com/college-football/dylan-raiola-nebraska-spring-game-stuns-college-football-fans

A ranking of draft picks by conferences including new conference member teams. https://collegefootballnews.com/nfl-draft/college-football-conference-2024-nfl-draft-rankings-which-league-had-the-best-draft

Justin, help is on the way from UGA. Chargers WR Ladd McConkey ready to show Justin Herbert what he can do WWW.YARDBARKER.COM The Los Angeles Chargers traded up from the No. 37 overall pick to No. 34 to draft Georgia receiver Ladd McConkey on Friday night in the second round of the NFL Draft.

Help is on the way for Justin Herbert. Including a coach who can coach. Five teams that improved the most in 2024 NFL Draft WWW.YARDBARKER.COM The 2024 NFL Draft is in the books, and that means it is time to start looking at which teams did the most to improve.

A typical critique of Denver and Bo. Bo, please shut these folks up! Five teams that botched the 2024 NFL Draft WWW.YARDBARKER.COM By in large, the NFL Draft is a crap shoot. Considering those circumstances, it might sound harsh to judge a team's draft mere hours after its conclusion. However, sometimes, it's too hard to... What did McCarthy for example, do that Bo did not do? Hand the ball off better? I think and hope that we are seeing Herbert-McShade redux. One player always comes out of the draft as a punching bag for 'journalists.' This time it was a Heisman Trophy finalist. I did not see McCarthy at the Heisman Trophy presentation. Did you?