Hall of Fame cornerback Deion Sanders has proposed a new idea for college football spring games that goes against the recent trend of schools eliminating the tradition. Sanders envisions spring games being treated like NFL preseason games with joint practices and exhibition matchups against other teams. While some coaches have shown interest, NCAA rules currently prevent teams from playing other opponents during the spring.
Former Arkansas AD Jeff Long weighed in on the challenges of implementing Sanders’ idea and the overall decline of spring games in college football. Long suggests adopting OTAs from the NFL to reduce wear and tear on players during the spring and exploring ways to address the transfer portal and potential player departures following strong spring game performances.
Long, who recently moved back to Northwest Arkansas, is staying connected to the sports business through consulting work while enjoying being back in the community. Despite the challenges faced during his tenure as AD, Long speaks fondly of his time at Arkansas and remains a loyal fan of the Razorbacks.
While Sanders’ proposal presents logistical challenges, it has sparked conversations about the future of spring games in college football and potential changes to the current system. With a complex landscape of rules, player transfers, and coaching concerns, the future of spring games remains uncertain in the evolving world of college football.
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