# The SEC Loved NIL until THIS happened... now Nick Saban wants to CHANGE everything?

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Podcast: [Locked On Hoosiers - Daily Podcast On Indiana Hoosiers Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-hoosiers-daily-podcast-on-indiana-hoosiers-football-basketball-4835594)
Published: 2026-06-08T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Nick Saban is now calling on Congress to help regulate college athletics, but many fans are asking one question: Why now? After years of SEC dominance, NIL and the transfer portal have created more parity across college football than ever before. Programs like Indiana, Penn State, Michigan, Ohio State, and others are now competing at the highest level, and some believe that's exactly why the conversation around regulation has changed. On today's Locked On Hoosiers crossover with Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions, Jacob Goins breaks down Nick Saban's comments supporting the Protect College Sports Act and explains why the Big Ten and SEC recently rejected congressional involvement in college athletics. Is college football heading toward more balance, or are powerful voices trying to restore the old system? Plus, we discuss whether USC head coach Lincoln Riley is officially on the hot seat entering the 2026 season. Can Riley survive another disappointing year? Would USC actually consider moving on? And could Texas Tech ultimately be a better fit for the former Oklahoma coach? Topics Covered: Nick Saban SEC vs Big Ten NIL Transfer Portal Protect College Sports Act Congress and College Football Curt Cignetti Indiana Football Lincoln Riley USC Football College Football Playoff Big Ten Football

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