We’re only two months into the longest college football season in history, and the sport is ready for significant changes. A revenue-sharing model for athletes is on the horizon, altering the landscape as many programs undergo extensive roster changes. Coaches across the nation are strategically managing their squads, often opting for new spring practice formats as they adjust to evolving limits and a competitive transfer portal.

1. The Death of Spring Games

As coaches gradually abandon traditional spring games due to roster tampering concerns and player health, fans will likely see new formats implemented. This shift echoes a decade-long transition towards different spring practice styles, prompting athletic departments to reassess how they engage with their communities.

2. The Last Semester Without Revenue-Sharing

With upcoming settlements in April for revenue-sharing initiatives, athletic departments are preparing to allocate millions to their athletes. The impact on roster management is palpable, as dwindling options force difficult decisions on who stays and who goes.

3. Bill Belichick Goes Back to School

The iconic coach aims to reshape North Carolina’s team dynamics, integrating NFL techniques and strategies through a seasoned coaching staff, venturing into high-profile recruit territories, and optimizing classic football tenets.

4. Penn State Gears for a Championship Run

Reinvigorated by returning stars and strategic transfers, the Nittany Lions are poised for a serious championship hunt this fall.

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Stay tuned as spring practices evolve, and new strategies emerge on the road to the 2025 college football season.