Interestingly, the initiative for introducing communication devices came from the Big Ten, which moved to implement these changes before the start of what has been described as a “Cold War” in the conference regarding sign-stealing.
NCAA approved helmet comms for college football bowl games via Pradheep J. During the summer, the NCAA passed a resolution allowing the use of communication devices during non-College Football Playoff bowl games, and recently, it was reported that these games will also permit video reviews via tablets on the sidelines. The topic of sign-stealing has captured the spotlight in college football, but significant changes could be on the horizon as the NCAA adapts to modern technology and processes. It now appears the new sign-stealing scandals will finally bring helmet comms to college football. There is no good reason that major NCAA football has not utilized helmet communications from coaches to offensive and defensive captains.
