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2026-03-20 · By Playtime Briefing Desk

On March 20, 2026, President Trump signed an executive order aimed at preserving the exclusive television window for the Army-Navy football game, ensuring it will not face scheduling conflicts with other college football events. This decision comes in response to the recent expansion of the College Football Playoff to 12 teams, which has raised concerns about potential overlap with the traditional game. The order mandates federal agencies to collaborate with the NCAA and broadcasters to maintain the game’s historic time slot, underscoring its significance in American sports culture. This move highlights ongoing efforts to protect traditional sporting events amid an evolving college football landscape.

The order seeks to guarantee an exclusive television window for the game.