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SEC Commissioner Rules Out Breakaway, Cites Expansion Law

7/22/2026

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SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said the conference is not prioritizing a breakaway from the NCAA.
Georgia president Jere Morehead warned in May that the SEC must consider a breakaway if federal legislation fails.
Greg Sankey said the Protect College Sports Act would permit conference expansion, dismissing a breakaway as a leverage tactic.

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SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said the conference is not prioritizing a breakaway from the NCAA.
Georgia president Jere Morehead warned in May that the SEC must consider a breakaway if federal legislation fails.
Greg Sankey said the Protect College Sports Act would permit conference expansion, dismissing a breakaway as a leverage tactic.