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ACC Revamps Revenue Model, Eyes $15M Earnings Boost

9/18/2025

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The ACC is revising its revenue model to factor in TV viewership, affecting scheduling for member schools.
Coaches, including Mike Norvell, stress the need for high-profile matchups to boost finances.
The model allocates 60% of TV revenues based on a five-year viewership formula, focusing on football and men's basketball.
Athletic directors anticipate increased earnings, with top schools potentially earning over $15 million.
The partnership with ESPN is seen as advantageous for both the ACC and the network, improving game quality.

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The ACC is revising its revenue model to factor in TV viewership, affecting scheduling for member schools.
Coaches, including Mike Norvell, stress the need for high-profile matchups to boost finances.
The model allocates 60% of TV revenues based on a five-year viewership formula, focusing on football and men's basketball.
Athletic directors anticipate increased earnings, with top schools potentially earning over $15 million.
The partnership with ESPN is seen as advantageous for both the ACC and the network, improving game quality.