Miami AD says the quiet part out loud about college football’s future

Miami athletic director Dan Radakovich has expressed concerns over the current revenue-sharing model in college football, suggesting that the $20.5 million allocated may be insufficient. Radakovich predicts that without spending caps, college football rosters could escalate to $35 million or even $50 million. He believes that the market will naturally stabilize, although historical precedents in other sports suggest otherwise.

Radakovich's comments have sparked a debate about the need for regulation in college football finances. Critics argue that the absence of spending caps could lead to a concentration of power among a few wealthy programs, undermining competitive balance. The situation mirrors Major League Baseball's experience, where lack of a salary cap has resulted in significant salary inflation.

There is a growing call for implementing salary caps, establishing player contracts, and introducing transfer portal protections to maintain fairness. Additionally, suggestions have been made to adjust the recruiting calendar and manage NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) earnings to ensure financial sustainability in the sport.