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- NCAA football oversight committee proposed a standard start before Labor Day, with the season beginning on Thursday of Week 0 and ending after Thanksgiving, giving teams 14 weeks to schedule 12 games.
- Jim Phillips said ACC coaches unanimously support the 14‑week schedule and view the earlier start as a way to reduce travel strain, protect player health, and align with academic calendars.
- Greg Sankey expressed interest in the Week 0 start but noted the league has not finalized a decision and asked whether the change aims to start the playoff sooner.
- CFP management committee is slated to meet in June to discuss the future format of the playoff, potentially alongside the scheduling proposal.
- Ryan Day indicated his team is already planning for a Sept. 12 matchup against Texas, reflecting early preparation for the upcoming season.
Why it matters: Teams gain two open dates and reduced travel wear, while conferences must lock in schedules before the June decision, affecting academic calendars and potentially reshaping the playoff timeline.
