re: Portal Extravaganza - Scooter Finley world tour continues edition

Do we expect anyone today?

I watched what you linked on Utah. He doesn’t know what he’s talking about.

He says this will bring in $500 million of revenue. That’s not true. That’s their investment which is different from revenue.

Basically Utah gets $500 million now but the PE firm is entitled to a cut of their profits until they get bought out of their position.

The PE firm is not going to invest $500 million unless they expect a lot more than $500 million back (which is money that would normally go to Utah). There’s times when getting an investment from PE makes sense and works out for both parties but I don’t see the play here. Seems like a short term gain for Utah and long term disaster.

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Lineman!

We gotta beat those other three schools

I never said or suggested it was a good thing, or something we should do, but it looks like that’s the way it’s headed. I hope not.

But if other schools are going that route, we are going to have to find something to compete with that money or we will absolutely get left behind. And I’m sorry, but War Eagle Mobile ain’t it. I love the idea and will likely sign up if it succeeds, but let’s not pretend that will have us in the same stratosphere as those chasing Wall Street money.

Truth is, something has to be done to put a cap on this crap. There has got to be a cap and very real penalties for going above it or finding back door loopholes to get around it.

Wiltfong just posted an article about AU's portal class. He mentioned a few more apparent targets by name:

OL Jacob Strand - Oregon State
DL Walter Mathis Jr. - LSU
DL D'Antre Robinson - North Carolina

Yes, college football jerseys are expected to have sponsors soon, with the NCAA Division I Administrative Committee proposing rules (likely to pass in early 2026) allowing schools to add two commercial logo patches to game uniforms and one to equipment, a major shift from current rules that only permit apparel/manufacturer logos to generate needed revenue for programs. This change allows schools like LSU (already using practice jerseys) and Ohio State to explore deals, potentially bringing in millions, with UNLV already signing a major patch deal, setting a new trend for major programs.
Key Details of the Proposed Rule Change
When: Expected to be approved in early 2026, potentially affecting the 2026 football season.
What: Allows up to two commercial logos on game jerseys/apparel and one on equipment for non-championship events.
Why: To help schools generate more revenue to support athletics, especially with NIL costs and program funding.
Current Status: Only manufacturer logos (like Nike, Adidas) are currently allowed on uniforms.
Examples & Early Adopters
LSU: Already featuring a "Woodside Energy" patch on practice jerseys and their mascot.
UNLV: Signed a significant 5-year, $11 million jersey patch deal, setting a precedent.
Ohio State: Actively exploring potential sponsors for future patch deals.
What to Expect
Patches, Not Full Overhauls: Don't expect NASCAR-style uniforms; discussions focus on small, tasteful patches, often on the shoulder or chest.
Revenue Potential: Top programs could earn millions annually from these deals.
Industry Shift: This modernizes college sports, similar to commercial logos on field lines, with potential future impact on pro leagues.
In a college first, UNLV details 5-year, $11 million jersey-patch ...
Dec 7, 2025 — Next month, the NCAA is expected to vote on and approve sponsored jersey patches, which would open up a new frontier for schools t...

The New York Times

LSU Makes History: First College Team to Sell Sponsored ...
Oct 9, 2025 — one is like we saw with Venture Global the logo on the field at the 25 yard line at Tiger Stadium that's a revenue stream that the...

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LSU Makes History: First College Team to Sell Sponsored ...
Oct 9, 2025 — one is like we saw with Venture Global the logo on the field at the 25 yard line at Tiger Stadium that's a revenue stream that the...

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didn't Auburn have this last season with Yellawood?

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and their mascot.

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That’s a deal breaker for me. I’d never buy anything from the company that branded Aubbie. That’s an instant boycott for me.

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discussions focus on small, tasteful patches, often on the shoulder or chest.

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