During a conversation with ESPN analyst David Pollack, Fitzgerald suggested moving up the start of the season, implementing home playoff games similar to the NFL model, and eliminating conference championship games. He also proposed moving the national championship game to January 1st while scheduling bowl games to be played a week after the regular season concludes.
The new Michigan State leader emphasized that these changes would improve the sport's structure and fan experience. His comments come amid ongoing debates across college football about potential calendar reforms.