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Greg Maresca ——Bio and Archives--December 13, 2025
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Take the military academies out of the college football equation and what remains is a host of systemic challenges that threaten the game’s integrity and long-term stability.
NIL money defines the business of the game that has transformed recruiting into a financial arms race for players where fidelity is replaced by whoever cuts the biggest check. Moreover, the notorious transfer portal can dissolve a roster quicker than an Alka Seltzer tablet, undermining team cohesion and depriving fans of the opportunity to connect with developing players.
Meanwhile, conference realignment continues to sacrifice generational rivalries and regional identity in pursuit of lucrative broadcast deals, eroding the sport’s cultural roots. Any thoughts about equity and competitive balance are quickly........