Duke sues QB Darian Mensah to prevent transfer and uphold NIL agreement
Duke University Sues Quarterback Darian Mensah Over Transfer Attempt Duke University has initiated legal action against quarterback Darian Mensah in an effort to prevent him from transferring to another school for the upcoming football season. The lawsuit was filed on Monday in Durham County Superior Court, just three days after Mensah decided to withdraw his […]
Ed Orgeron desires greater involvement from Trump in NIL regulation
Ed Orgeron Calls for Trump’s Involvement in College Sports It hasn’t been long since Ed Orgeron last stepped off a football field—less than five years—but major changes have swept through the sport, especially with the rise of the NIL era. Orgeron, who led LSU to a national championship featuring Joe Burrow—whom he deemed the “greatest […]
Trump describes NIL as a ‘disaster’ for college athletics and the Olympics
Trump Hosts Olympic Champions, Discusses College Sports Recently, President Donald Trump held a meeting in the Oval Office, where he faced questions from the press, including members of the famed 1980 Miracle on Ice hockey team. It’s always interesting to see how this setting can lead to some pretty off-the-wall inquiries. While I appreciate the […]
Troy Aikman highlights issues with NIL and discusses Lane Kiffin’s departure from Ole Miss
Troy Aikman Discusses College Football’s NIL Landscape For several decades now, Troy Aikman, a former NFL quarterback and Hall of Famer, has been vocal about his experiences and insights on football, particularly in conversations with his long-time broadcasting partner. Currently, Aikman is part of the “Monday Night Football” crew, where he frequently discusses a range […]
Congress discusses college sports NIL bill during Lane Kiffin LSU situation
Congress ‘Fails’ NIL College Sports Bill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has raised questions about the timing of a proposed bill related to college sports funding, specifically its connection to the recent controversies surrounding LSU’s coaching changes. In a quick response to the situation, he pointed out the peculiar coincidence of discussing this legislation just […]
New bipartisan bill aims to address NIL protections for college athletes
Congress ‘Fails’ NIL College Sports Bill Sens. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) have announced plans to use proceeds from name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights to bolster the future of college athletes. They introduced the Helping Undergraduate Students Thrive with Long-Term Income (HUSTLE) Act, aiming to provide college athletes a chance to invest […]
University of Georgia seeks $390K in NIL damages from Damon Wilson II, claiming Missouri player violated buyout agreement
University of Georgia Takes Legal Action Against Former Player The University of Georgia Athletic Association is pursuing legal action against Damon Wilson II, a former standout defensive end. This move comes after Wilson decided to transfer to Missouri following the 2024 season. The university is seeking $390,000 in damages, citing a buyout clause in Wilson’s […]
Georgia seeks $390K from Damon Wilson II in significant NIL disagreement
University of Georgia Pursues Legal Action Against Former Player The University of Georgia Athletic Association has initiated legal proceedings against former football standout Damon Wilson II. The university is seeking $390,000 in damages after Wilson decided to transfer to Missouri following the 2024 season. This situation stems from an NIL buyout clause in his contract. […]
Vote on NIL regulation bill called off despite Trump’s support
House Vote on SCORE Act Canceled The House of Representatives was set to vote on the SCORE (Student Compensation and Opportunity with Rights and Endorsements) Act, aimed at regulating name, image, and likeness rights, but the vote was abruptly called off just prior to the scheduled time. Originally planned for around 4 p.m. ET on […]
Kentucky quarterback Zach Calzada expresses regret over contentious NIL money video
Quarterback Zach Calzada Issues Apology for NIL Money Video Kentucky quarterback Zach Calzada has expressed regret after sharing a video flaunting his NIL earnings with critics. In the clip, he seems to be addressing someone named Garrett, urging detractors to “stop hating and go get your money.” He then casually showcased stacks of $100 bills, […]