Whereas SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said talks about breaking away from the NCAA are "real," the Big Ten boss was more measured.

Illinois coach Bret Bielema wasted no time adding to the debate about whether the SEC or the Big Ten is better when it comes to college football.

UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava has experience in both the SEC and Big Ten, and he revealed his thoughts on which is stronger.

What if we combine two thoughts: depth and national champions. Does the SEC or the Big Ten have greater depth of national title contenders?

In the debate over which college football conference is strongest, the Southeastern Conference argues its superior depth makes up for the Big Ten winning the last three national titles. The Big Ten calls its reputation as a top-heavy conference unfair.

Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti made an argument for why his conference is superior to the SEC in football.

Struggles negotiating with the Big Ten and SEC have reduced the odds of the Protect College Sports Act reaching the floor before the August recess.

Revised Protect College Sports Act language was sent to SEC and Big Ten for opinion after weeks of work from Ted Cruz, Maria Cantwell and other leaders.