What Does NIL Really Mean? NIL stands for Name, Image, and Likeness. In 2025, NCAA rules allow college athletes to get paid for things like social media posts, brand sponsorships, autograph signings, and personal appearances, without losing eligibility. But let’s be clear: NIL isn’t a paycheck just for wearing a jersey. You must understand the…
The NIL era changed college football forever. Since 2021, athletes have been allowed to profit from their name, image, and likeness—but here’s the truth: Most college players still wonder how does NIL work. If you’re an athlete (or a parent) trying to figure out what deals are legit, how to get started, or if you’re…
While it is easy to believe that most top NFL draft prospects come from elite NCAA D1 programs, this isn’t always the case. Let’s take a deeper look at D2 players who have made it to the NFL, both past and present. Note: The list will focus on players that made a 53-man roster and…
Student athletes possess a unique opportunity to leverage athletic talents at the collegiate level and through public events like the NFL Combine for financial gain. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into various strategies and avenues on how to make money as a student athlete, focusing on maximizing your potential in the sports realm. How…
Recent news of Courtney Morgan’s massive contract with Alabama’s Crimson Tide is reigniting the conversation around the evolving presence of the college football general manager. Not only is the pay rate for college GMs rising but the expected duties and job obligations are elevating with the heavy implementation of the transfer portal and NIL developments….
With live games being the backbone to the American football industry, investment in advanced and modern stadium facilities is a must. While amenities are welcome, larger stadium capacity has the most impact on the financial bottom line. More seats equal more ticket and concessions sales leading to more revenue. This article examines the largest stadiums…
Have you ever wondered who’s behind the big money in college sports? Let’s talk about athletic boosters and how their donations are shaping the world of college athletics. What Are Athletic Boosters? Athletic boosters are people who support college sports teams through donations of money and time. They’re often called “representatives of the institution’s athletic…
As expected, college football’s top-paid coaches are mostly from the SEC with seven of the top ten coach placements. Georgia’s Kirby Smart leads the list taking the throne from Nick Saban, who earned upwards of $11.4 million in 2023. Clemson’s Dabo Swinney is second on the list and is also the highest paid “non-SEC” head…
Details of the total revenue were released alongside the landmark settlement that requires the NCAA to pay a $2.8 billion settlement in an anti-trust litigation. The creation of a first-of-its-kind revenue-sharing system where schools will directly pay their athletes is underway and will begin implementation in 2025. For context, NCAA team expenses extend far beyond…
