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This entire discussion assumes no govenment interference

so yes, as long as that is the case the P2 will continue to do whatever serves their (and their networks) interests. And that means keeping the P2 as an exclusive major league with minimally adding new schools. And as long as the "rest" can remain viable maybe Congress isnt forced to act and consider antitrust exemptions and basically reworking the entire college model. But should all the non P2 schools ultimately get pushed to the edge of the cliff and no longer be sustainable, the political pressure to do something will become enormous and the B12 and ACC "flyover" type state senators will IMO act. We arent there yet- and right now it is a balancing act where the P2 spreads enough crumbs around to forestall the possible mutiny. So what does mean for the VTs of the world? Play both sides, because no one really can say with any certainty where this is all headed. If there is truly to be a shaking out- be on the right side. And if you end up on the wrong side, be prepared to play the political game.
Posted: 02/05/2026 at 09:36 AM ET
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Do you feel that this is a trial run for many programs not in the P2?
The_VT_Rock 02/04/26 03:33 PM ET
It’s a semi open race for a few spots
RandomAsianGuy 02/04/26 11:04 PM ET
This entire discussion assumes no govenment interference
Vippie1 02/05/26 09:36 AM ET
Even if the non-P2s are pushed to the edge, Congress may still decide to
VTHokie2000 02/05/26 10:18 AM ET
yep the P2 could still do their own thing but
Vippie1 02/05/26 11:03 AM ET
I don't disagree that having antitrust exemption makes the situation much
VTHokie2000 02/05/26 11:41 AM ET
You dont go in tentative All the way,
1947Sunbowl 02/04/26 07:48 PM ET
Exactly. Whatever decision VT makes in terms of which path at the fork in
VTHokie2000 02/04/26 11:24 PM ET
In my humble opinion, I think we all put
Big12 guy 02/04/26 04:52 PM ET
Agreed - particularly in the ACC
VT ChemE 1986 02/05/26 12:31 PM ET
But for how long will those top teams want to remain in the ACC though?
VTHokie2000 02/05/26 02:40 PM ET
Could Indiana still have "overachieved" without the Big Ten money though?
VTHokie2000 02/04/26 06:23 PM ET
You’re leaving out IU’s Mark Cuban money. Also, billionaire Ken Griffin
HokieNeal 02/07/26 12:59 PM ET
I found another article that talked about the upgrades Indiana did to the
VTHokie2000 02/08/26 10:36 PM ET
I believe Cuban's money is more recent though. My post was referring to
VTHokie2000 02/08/26 10:24 PM ET
When you break down the players, I think the answer
Big12 guy 02/04/26 07:02 PM ET
Could Indiana have hired Cignetti though without the Big Ten money to pay
VTHokie2000 02/04/26 08:35 PM ET
Wait. You guys just paid big money to hire a coach without P2
Big12 guy 02/04/26 08:43 PM ET
A reason VT and UNC made the coaching decisions is because they are trying
VTHokie2000 02/04/26 11:12 PM ET
I think some are trying to get in the P2...
The_VT_Rock 02/04/26 05:03 PM ET
I can only speak for some in the B12. they
Big12 guy 02/04/26 05:16 PM ET