Overview
- Baylor said Rhoades began a leave of absence on Nov. 12 for personal reasons, and he has stepped down as College Football Playoff selection committee chair.
- The university confirmed it is reviewing new allegations that do not involve Title IX, student welfare, NCAA rules or the football program; Rhoades said he initiated the leave and declined to explain further.
- The CFP Management Committee appointed Arkansas athletic director Hunter Yurachek as chair effective immediately for the rest of the season.
- Utah athletic director Mark Harlan was approved to fill Rhoades’ seat on the selection committee, returning the group to 12 active members with Randall McDaniel still on leave.
- Baylor designated Jovan Overshown and Cody Hall as co-interim athletic directors while the internal investigation proceeds.