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White House Drafts College Sports Reform Plan Including Salary Caps, Playoff Changes

A White House document outlines federal college athletics reforms including coaching salary caps and a new regulatory entity.

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The White House has developed a draft document outlining federal reform proposals for college athletics, according to materials obtained by CBS Sports. The plan represents one of the most detailed federal intervention strategies yet proposed for collegiate sports.

Key provisions in the draft include implementing salary caps for college coaches and establishing a new regulatory entity that would operate with protection from antitrust litigation. The document also proposes creating what it terms a "Group of Six playoff" system, though specific details about this playoff structure were not immediately available.

The reform plan comes as college athletics faces increasing scrutiny over financial arrangements, player compensation, and competitive balance. Federal lawmakers have previously expressed interest in addressing various aspects of college sports governance, but this document appears to represent the most comprehensive approach from the executive branch.

The proposed regulatory entity would be empowered to implement changes without the litigation risks that have historically complicated reform efforts in college athletics. This structure could potentially streamline decision-making processes that have been slowed by legal challenges in recent years.

The White House has not officially released the document or confirmed its authenticity. College sports organizations and conferences have not yet responded publicly to the specific proposals outlined in the draft plan.

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