Talks between Clemson, Florida State and the ACC have ramped up in recent weeks, according to numerous sources with direct knowledge of the conversations, on a proposal that would allot a greater share of revenue to schools based on brand valuation and television ratings as well as potentially alter the expiration of the league's grant of rights, which currently runs through 2036, in exchange for the Tigers and Seminoles dropping their lawsuits against the conference.
According to multiple sources within the league, the conversations are preliminary and the sides are not close to an agreement, but the conversations represent a strong signal that Florida State and Clemson are open to remaining in the conference under more favorable financial terms.