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Belichick noted that college football has become increasingly similar to professional leagues, highlighting the introduction of the 12-team playoff format and the growth of the transfer portal. These changes, along with the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) agreements, signal a momentous shift in how college sports are managed and perceived.
As the college game integrates more elements commonly associated with the NFL, Belichick emphasized the necessity for programs to adopt a structure akin to that of professional teams.