Ohio State, NIL Money & Media Shifts: A Deep Dive with NBC’s Ahmed Fareed

In this episode of Bleav in Buckeyes, hosts Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa sit down with Ahmed Fareed of NBC Sports to dive deep into the changing landscape of college football. From the rise of streaming platforms and their impact on game viewership to the future of revenue sharing in college athletics, this conversation explores the key trends shaping the sport. The trio also unpacks the controversies around AP poll rankings, the growing influence of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals, and how powerhouse programs like Ohio State Football are navigating these changes. Takeaways College football's popularity leads to a tug of war among networks. Ohio State's brand power influences revenue sharing discussions. The AP poll rankings are often based on perception rather than results. Streaming services are changing how fans engage with college football. NIL is reshaping the financial landscape of college athletics. Maintaining competitive balance is crucial for the health of college football. The unique atmosphere of college football games enhances viewer experience. The future of Olympic sports funding is tied to college athletics. Crossover games between conferences are needed for better rankings. The perception of conferences can skew the AP poll results. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to College Football Dynamics 00:47 The Tug of War: Streaming Services and Game Coverage 03:20 Revenue Sharing and the Big Ten's Future 08:49 The AP Poll: Rankings and Perceptions 17:17 Preserving Olympic Sports in the Age of Football Revenue Keywords college football, streaming services, revenue sharing, AP poll, NIL, Ohio State, Big Ten, sports broadcasting, college athletics, sports rankings, Ahmed Fareed, Chimdi Chekwa, Bryant Browning, NBC Sports, Bleav In Buckeyes, college football rankings, college football media rights, peacock streaming, Buckeye football, Ohio State Football, Big Ten, SEC, Olympic sports Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.