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The pattern of massive buyouts, soaring coaching salaries, and political influence points to a fundamental structural issue: the power dynamics have shifted. Administrators and boosters seem to have taken control away from athletic departments' traditional governance, turning college football into a high-stakes, high-dollar enterprise with limited accountability.
Final Thoughts
For fans and observers, these developments raise questions about the sustainability and integrity of college sports. The exorbitant costs associated with coaching changes threaten the competitive balance and financial stability of athletic programs.