Ultimately, Florida State and Clemson were forced to settle with the ACC, which changed the league’s revenue distribution model and significantly reduced penalties for schools wanting to leave the conference before 2036. Now, after back-to-back losing seasons and as Clemson is on an unmistakable downturn, the door could be open for those programs to finally escape. Florida State, with its massive fanbase and historic brand, likely would too, but the Seminoles would certainly not be negotiating from the position of strength they had back in 2023, coming off an undefeated season and an ACC title. This amendment wouldn’t be pushed by a Florida senator if the big schools in Florida that aren’t already in a Power 2 conference weren’t looking to make a move. After a vote in the Senate, it will be scrutinized and voted on by the House of Representatives.