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The ACC could be negotiating an increase. Based on what the B12

got BEFORE the PAC imploded, I would not be surprised if the ACC, even without FSU and Clemson, emerge with a very competitive package. Either the rights to these games are undervalued, or they are paying too much, and won't get an ROI. We will find out where the ACC stands soon enough. Keep in mind, the consolidation of the blue bloods will bring in some very intriguing matchups the next few years, but those matchups become just another conference game over time. There is no way we will have an undefeated Texas, Oklahoma, Alabama, Georgia, and say a one loss Tennessee, LSU, or Auburn moving forward. Simple math says that 1/2 of the SEC will have a losing conference record, and the same can be said for the Big 10. Ranked teams and playoff contenders from the ACC, B12, and the G5 will get good television spots as this unfolds. A 5-4 Michigan and a 6-3 USC will not bring national attention, but a 12th ranked one loss VT against an undefeated Miami will. The same for a 1 loss BYU against an undefeated KU. ESPN and FOX NEED the ACC and B12 to be relevant. The G5 as well. There are just too many regional and school specific fans out there to dismiss them - In my opinion, you will get national ratings when you compete for a playoff spot, and watch out when a non P2 team wins the thing.
Posted: 06/12/2024 at 10:59 AM ET
(In response to this post by VT ChemE 1986)

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The string below suggests that ESPN desperately needs mid-tier content
VT ChemE 1986 • 06/12/24 10:34 AM ET
Realignment Fireworks on the way
INSIDE99 • 06/14/24 02:06 PM ET
Tech Sideline
INSIDE99 • 06/14/24 02:20 PM ET
Started in 2003, respect even if you disagree, that’s the key.
Stech • 06/14/24 05:18 PM ET
I hope they also read the complaints about how seating was done for WBB. **
j9hokie • 06/14/24 03:18 PM ET
Here ya go...some mid-tier action LOL (link)**
Oscar the American • 06/12/24 05:14 PM ET
There’s no REAL evidence they are toying with the contract. Only…
ombandit • 06/12/24 04:09 PM ET
There is no contract past 2026
INSIDE99 • 06/12/24 10:18 PM ET
So there is no new college football playoff that goes to the stated term
VTCALS72 • 06/13/24 07:52 AM ET
Well, they sort of do.
Maroon Baboon • 06/12/24 11:16 PM ET
Standard ACC deals
INSIDE99 • 06/13/24 12:17 AM ET
At that point, membership should amend or terminate the GOR
obguthr • 06/13/24 06:37 AM ET
Why would they?
VTCALS72 • 06/13/24 08:00 AM ET
In 7.5 months ESPN will notify The ACC of their intention. Will they renew
33laszlo99 • 06/12/24 06:59 PM ET
Why would the ACC want to have ESPN indirectly set the price for FSU's exit
Tailgate Guru • 06/13/24 12:18 PM ET
Not suggesting that this be a public discussion... shhhhh**
33laszlo99 • 06/13/24 12:45 PM ET
When litigation is ongoing, no discussion is private **
Tailgate Guru • 06/13/24 01:21 PM ET
How do you know that they have not been doing what you suggest?**
RJHokie • 06/12/24 07:10 PM ET
He doesn't......
2hhoop3 • 06/12/24 07:38 PM ET
Phillips has to be doing this (quietly). There are going to be changes
33laszlo99 • 06/12/24 08:18 PM ET
IMHO no team is leaving until they have a locked down number of
VTCALS72 • 06/13/24 08:04 AM ET
Just my gut feeling, but I suspect that the number is being furiously
33laszlo99 • 06/13/24 09:25 AM ET
And being desperate and not having a strong hand is really
VTCALS72 • 06/13/24 11:26 AM ET
I will be very surprised if this is decided by a court.
33laszlo99 • 06/13/24 12:51 PM ET
I don't know. if there is a Big 10 invite on the table, they could roll the
Big12 guy • 06/13/24 08:25 AM ET
If there is a ......
2hhoop3 • 06/13/24 10:07 AM ET
There are no offers. Remember how overcautious The B1G was about
33laszlo99 • 06/13/24 12:54 PM ET
I do remember......
2hhoop3 • 06/13/24 01:12 PM ET
All true. If no direct overtures, there were definitely thumbs on the
33laszlo99 • 06/13/24 01:44 PM ET
Correct.........
2hhoop3 • 06/13/24 01:55 PM ET
"Correct"???? Really? I think I just read a bubble conspiracy theory
Big12 guy • 06/13/24 03:54 PM ET
Just as you say there......
2hhoop3 • 06/13/24 04:40 PM ET
So, from my perspective as a fan and a non legal scholar, the
Big12 guy • 06/13/24 10:20 AM ET
When you ask....
2hhoop3 • 06/13/24 10:42 AM ET
The ACC wants a big fat figure in hope of minimizing the number of
33laszlo99 • 06/13/24 12:59 PM ET
I agree they want...
2hhoop3 • 06/13/24 01:25 PM ET
Getting out ahead of.........
2hhoop3 • 06/12/24 08:28 PM ET
IMO, Phillips should be running all sorts of member combos by espn, now.**
Atlee Hokie • 06/12/24 11:50 PM ET
And Phillips statement. **
Big12 guy • 06/12/24 04:20 PM ET
I think you give too much credit to ESPN
HokieAl • 06/12/24 02:19 PM ET
It would actually make more sense for ESPN
Marooned • 06/12/24 01:27 PM ET
Or just throw some more money at just FSU and CU
Truthahn • 06/13/24 08:10 AM ET
i wonder about the models they use at the networks
MrBayAreaHokie • 06/12/24 12:47 PM ET
That would explain why they are dragging their feet**
VT ChemE 1986 • 06/12/24 02:15 PM ET
Nope. Becoming an American football fan is a huge step to Americanization
PadrosWindup • 06/12/24 01:51 PM ET
I would argue that most immigrants who watch American football are NOT...
MP4VT2004 • 06/12/24 02:21 PM ET
Eh. Maybe not first gen, but after that they Americanize quickly. But many
VTinSC • 06/12/24 04:17 PM ET
Fair point, that's likely true. But yes, American football has competition.**
MP4VT2004 • 06/12/24 04:54 PM ET
Cricket views over taking NCAAF views....?**
Hokebury • 06/12/24 01:43 PM ET
No, but jai-alai is the sport to keep an eye out for in the future. ;-)**
VTHokie2000 • 06/12/24 06:54 PM ET
'86, ESPN believes that FSU and Clemson are leaving the conference
33laszlo99 • 06/12/24 11:00 AM ET
The ACC could be negotiating an increase. Based on what the B12 ◄
Big12 guy • 06/12/24 10:59 AM ET
With all the brands going into two conferences you would think there
HouClone • 06/12/24 02:08 PM ET
Would the ordinary person still get over saturated if the schools decide to
VTHokie2000 • 06/12/24 07:01 PM ET
You maybe are right. I am no TV guy but my guess is diversity
HouClone • 06/12/24 10:12 PM ET
Something that may be worth considering when reviewing the ratings for the
VTHokie2000 • 06/13/24 05:19 PM ET
I think that is exactly what will happen eventually. Some on here
Big12 guy • 06/12/24 02:17 PM ET
I'd really like to believe this-
Baltimore_Hokie • 06/12/24 11:53 AM ET
Hype vs denigrate
Tailgate Guru • 06/12/24 02:17 PM ET
Good post - a couple thoughts in response:
Baltimore_Hokie • 06/12/24 03:47 PM ET
I expect ALL of the CFP at-large bids to go to the P2.
Maroon Baboon • 06/12/24 01:26 PM ET
I like how the B1G is on a variety of channels and platforms
Oscar the American • 06/12/24 10:41 AM ET