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Roman Oben Joins SEC as Associate Commissioner for Football

2/12/2026

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Roman Oben, the NFL vice president of football development, has been appointed as the SEC's associate commissioner for football.
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey praised Oben's extensive experience in football and sports business.
Oben expressed excitement about joining the SEC.
He aims to enhance campus engagement and operational strategies to boost the SEC's influence in college football.
The appointment follows the departure of NFL executive Dawn Aponte to the Giants.

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Roman Oben, the NFL vice president of football development, has been appointed as the SEC's associate commissioner for football.
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey praised Oben's extensive experience in football and sports business.
Oben expressed excitement about joining the SEC.
He aims to enhance campus engagement and operational strategies to boost the SEC's influence in college football.
The appointment follows the departure of NFL executive Dawn Aponte to the Giants.