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Fisch Backs Saban: 12 Power Five Games Only?
3 Aug
Summary
- Jedd Fisch supports Nick Saban's scheduling proposal.
- Saban suggests playing 12 games against Power Five opponents.
- This debate arises as team conference alignments shift.
Washington Huskies head coach Jedd Fisch voiced strong support for a radical college football scheduling idea proposed by former Alabama coach Nick Saban. Saban suggested that all teams should play exclusively against Power Five opponents for their entire 12-game season, arguing that fans desire such high-profile contests.
Fisch enthusiastically echoed Saban's viewpoint on social media platform X. This stance comes as the college football landscape experiences substantial realignment, with major conference power shifting. The Huskies themselves have played some non-conference games against Pac-12 opponents, a practice that may become less common under Saban's proposed model.
The Washington Huskies currently have several open non-conference slots in future seasons. Notably, they are scheduled for a home-and-home series against the Tennessee Volunteers in 2029 and 2030, which aligns with the idea of playing Power Four competition.
