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AAC commissioner Tim Pernetti shreds transfer portal window in light of Marshall bowl game opt-out


Published on 2024-12-15 17:05:18 - MSN
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  • Following an opt-out by Marshall in the Independence Bowl, opinions have flown on what it means for the sport. And AAC commissioner Tim Pernetti is among the latest to chime in, noting that college football has set itself up for this sort of thing with the way the calendar is currently structured.

In an article by MSN, AAC Commissioner Tim Pernetti criticized the current transfer portal window, particularly in light of an incident where several Marshall football players opted out of their bowl game to enter the transfer portal. Pernetti highlighted the timing of the transfer portal opening, which coincides with bowl season, arguing that it disrupts team cohesion and the integrity of the postseason. He suggested that the transfer portal should open after the bowl games to prevent such occurrences, emphasizing the need for a system that supports both student-athletes' mobility and the competitive spirit of college football. This critique comes amidst ongoing discussions about the structure of college sports, player rights, and the balance between individual career advancement and team commitments.

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