Tuition Hike

Carroll Remains Highest- Paid Coach At $4.4M

The Knight Commission two weeks ago pointed out that the majority of college presidents believe coaches’ salaries are too high, and we now are seeing just how rich those contracts are for football coaches. A front-page USA TODAY report shows that at least 25 FBS coaches are making $2M or more this season, more than double the amount from just two years ago. The average salary of $1.36M has risen an amazing 46% in just three years. This information comes as some schools are facing serious economic crises, once again calling into question the importance placed on collegiate athletics over that of the general school’s needs. But Cal AD Sandy Barbour said of coach Jeff Tedford and his $2.8M salary, “If we let him go because we’re not willing to pay market, we’ll pay a huge price."

A Star Comes Out At Night
Cowboys-Eagles earns NBC its second-best NFL rating this season, beats last year's comparable Patriots-Colts "SNF" game by 24%.

Empire State Of Mind
Merch sales generated by Yankees' title on track to be one of the largest ever hot markets.

Changing Unions?
NHLPA player reps moving forward with plans to allow Don Fehr's aid in Exec Dir search.

Back In A Flash  
After years of sitting quietly on the sidelines, San Diego suddenly emerges as the "leading suitor" to build a new stadium for the Chargers.

The True Hollywood Story
Mark Cuban calls report citing his interest in the Dodgers "all headline and no substance."

Ready, Set, "Go World" 
Visa replicating ad campaign used around Beijing Olympics as Vancouver Games draw near.

Turning Over A New Leaf
Toronto's NHL franchise says it is not opposed to new hockey team in the area.

School Spirit
ESPNU sees cable penetration jump to 55.8% for November, now slightly ahead of Versus.