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Baylor AD Mack Rhoades Takes Leave, Steps Down as College Football Playoff Committee Chair

Baylor says it is investigating new allegations that do not involve Title IX, NCAA rules or student welfare.

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Jan 4, 2022; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears head coach Scott Drew receives a game ball commemorating his 400th victory from Baylor Athletic Director Mack Rhoades and Deputy Athletic Director Dawn Rogers before the opening tip against the Oklahoma Sooners at Ferrell Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports
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Overview

  • Rhoades initiated a personal leave effective Nov. 12 and relinquished his role on the CFP selection committee, according to Baylor and the CFP.
  • Baylor named Jovan Overshown and Cody Hall as co-interim athletic directors to run the department during Rhoades' absence.
  • The university says the current probe is separate from a Sept. 20 sideline/postgame incident, which Baylor previously reviewed and closed after taking unspecified actions.
  • With Rhoades and earlier departure Randall McDaniel unavailable, the CFP is operating with 11 members during the late-season rankings process.
  • The Big 12 has recommended Utah AD Mark Harlan to fill the committee seat, and Yahoo Sports reports Arkansas AD Hunter Yurachek is being nominated to serve as chair.