College football is set to see two major changes on the field in the upcoming season. Teams will now be able to communicate with offensive and defensive captains via in-helmet devices, similar to the NFL, and coaches can utilize in-game video replays using iPads or other tablets on the sidelines.
Louisville coach Jeff Brohm praised the use of in-helmet communications, speculating that recent sign-stealing incidents may have motivated the move. He emphasized the importance of having mechanisms in place to prevent sign stealing in college football. Brohm’s staff is still figuring out how much they will utilize the new sideline video technology.
Another potential change discussed is the increase in football scholarships from 85 to 105. Brohm expressed concerns about how this may impact walk-on players and roster sizes in the sport, but acknowledged the need to adapt to changes in college football.
Louisville is set to open preseason camp with an open practice on Wednesday at 2:45 p.m. The changes in communication technology and potential scholarship increase are expected to have a significant impact on the game in the coming season.
Overall, with these new changes on the horizon, college football teams and coaches are preparing to adapt to a shifting landscape both on and off the field.
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