re: There has to more to the story

Nobody is getting the death penalty. The contractual complications with all the various conferences, networks, etc just make it too difficult.

Instead, you're going to see what's been happening. More show-causes for the individuals involved and heavy sanctions for the programs.

I'm ok with that - particularly the show cause part. Banning the coaches and staff involved effectively ends their ability to make a living in their chosen field. That's about the best deterrent you've got available.