College football has been under a lot of pressure to improve their game in one way: helmet-to-helmet communication. After the Michigan Wolverines sign-stealing scandal, the message from other programs was clear. While they were upset, they recognized using an easily accessible technology would eliminate the problem and called on the powers that be to make it happen. It seems to be on its way, as a recent report said the technology has been approved.
College Football To Adopt Helmet-To-Helmet Communication
BREAKING: College Football is expected to add 3 new things, @RossDellenger reports🔥
• Helmet communication
• Tablets on sideline/halftime
• 2-minute warninghttps://t.co/IVNPfNcEnN pic.twitter.com/o4eaqcdQNl— On3 (@On3sports) March 1, 2024
Yahoo Sports Ross Dellinger reported the NCAA Rules Committee is close to ratifying a bunch of new rules including the new technology. On top of the in-helmet communication, it is being reported that tablets will be allowed on the sidelines, and a two-minute warning will be added. They are trying to make the game feel more like the NFL as well as protect any future scandals like they had this year.
Finally!
All of these are welcome changes. The sign-stealing scandal was frustrating because it was so easily avoidable. Bringing technology into the game of college football should also help the product. Instead of ten people waving their arms and holding up signs on the sideline, teams can directly communicate with their players and show them what is happening in real-time. The two-minute warning will also be beneficial as it will make the end of close games even better.
This is a huge win for college football fans. It will make the game better and better prepare the players for the NFL.