SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey Confirms NCAA Breakaway Discussions Are 'Real'

SEC leaders are having "real" talks about possibly breaking away from the NCAA — though it's not their preferred option.
The conference is frustrated by NIL transparency, eligibility-rule lawsuits and pending federal legislation that it says doesn't go far enough to protect schools.
Despite tensions, the SEC points to recent national success and is cautious about a 24-team playoff, preferring to lead reforms rather than rush a split.