LaVar Arrington and Penn State lettermen rally for NIL support

LaVar Arrington, a College Football Hall of Famer who had a legendary college career at Penn State, is recommitting himself to help the university's next generation of players. He realized that he had lost touch with his alma mater when he visited the program a couple of years ago and didn't recognize the players. “That…

August 3, 20230Comments

ByKelly Wick

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Financial scandal rocks LifeWallet as federal agencies investigate

One of the most influential supporters of the University of Miami's name, image and likeness endeavors is facing a series of issues that could potentially impact the athletic programs. Referred to as Miami's "NIL King" by ESPN, John Ruiz, a Miami businessman, is currently experiencing financial troubles as his company faces federal investigations. RELATED: John…

August 3, 20230Comments

ByKelly Wick

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Senators Joe Manchin, Tommy Tuberville introduce college sports bill to regulate NIL deals, player transfers

Senators Joe Manchin and Tommy Tuberville have jointly introduced a college sports bill that aims to address various aspects related to student-athletes and their financial interests. The proposed legislation mandates athletes to disclose their earnings from name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals. Additionally, it seeks to regulate collectives and impose restrictions on player transfers. This…

August 1, 20230Comments

ByKelly Wick

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Kenny Dillingham’s vision for NIL: Empowering players and building community bonds

Several prominent figures in college athletics have been outspoken about the need to address the issue of NIL. A delegation from the SEC, including renowned coaches like Nick Saban from Alabama, Brian Kelly from LSU, and conference commissioner Greg Sankey, went as far as traveling to Washington, D.C., to advocate for federal assistance in regulating…

July 21, 20230Comments

ByKelly Wick

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Greg Sankey urges Congress to establish national standard for NIL in collegiate athletics

Since its establishment in 2021, NIL has emerged as a prominent subject in college athletics, igniting discussions and sparking significant transformations in the perception of amateur sports. The NCAA, universities, and even lawmakers are grappling with this unfamiliar and complex terrain, emphasizing the criticality of making informed decisions regarding the future of NIL. As the…

July 19, 20230Comments

ByKelly Wick

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Cincinnati’s Dontay Corleone introduces ‘Godfather Burger’ in NIL partnership

In an irresistible proposition, Dontay Corleone is captivating fans with a groundbreaking name, image and likeness partnership. Corleone, an accomplished defensive tackle donning the Cincinnati Bearcats uniform, has unveiled a collaboration with the esteemed sports bar, Bucketheads, called the "Godfather Burger." RELATED: Cincinnati athletics hosts first-ever female focused NIL event Situated on Harrison Avenue near…

July 11, 20230Comments

ByKelly Wick

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Stanford’s Roisin Willis inks NIL partnership with New Balance

Stanford's rising sophomore and NCAA indoor track champion, Roisin Willis, has recently inked an NIL deal with New Balance, a renowned sports brand. Willis took to Instagram on Monday to announce the partnership and expressed her gratitude for the opportunity, stating that she is "grateful for this opportunity and to be a part of the…

July 7, 20230Comments

ByKelly Wick

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NXT Level Holdings’ Clifford Rowley explores their impact and vision in NIL space

Clifford Rowley, the managing partner for NXT Level Holdings, a former NCAA Division I Administrator and Professional Sports Executive, always knew that he belonged working in college athletics. “Through my travels in sports and entertainment, I've worked in professional sports for the New York Yankees in the front office,” Rowley told The NIL Deal in…

July 2, 20230Comments

ByKelly Wick

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Michigan football launches ‘M Power’ initiative

Amidst the return of several star players for another season, a consensus top-three preseason ranking, and a highly ranked 2024 recruiting class, the Michigan football team is excelling during this offseason. This momentum continued with the announcement of a groundbreaking NIL initiative, which many individuals within Michigan's program view as the Wolverines' most significant development…

June 23, 20230Comments

ByKelly Wick

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SEC coaches rally for federal regulation of college athlete compensation, LSU’s Brian Kelly urges swift action

In an interview with ESPN, LSU coach Brian Kelly stressed the pressing need for federal regulation regarding name, image and likeness (NIL) compensation for college athletes, stating, "College athletics is at a crossroads if this doesn't get fixed.” Kelly, accompanied by several SEC coaches and administrators, recently visited Washington, D.C., to advocate for legislation that…

June 23, 20230Comments

ByKelly Wick