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Evaluating NIL Collectives - A Safety Guide for Student-Athletes
NIL Safety
Evaluating NIL Collectives - A Safety Guide for Student-Athletes

By Tara Sires|August 3, 2026

Learn how student-athletes and parents can evaluate NIL collectives, spot red flags, and protect eligibility and personal safety.

Why NIL Deals Are Being Rejected and What Athletes Need to Know
NIL Deals
Why NIL Deals Are Being Rejected and What Athletes Need to Know

By Tara Sires|July 16, 2026

Nearly $90 million in NIL deals have been rejected. Learn why NIL agreements fail, how the NIL clearinghouse works, and what every recruit, athlete, and parent should know.

NCAA NIL FAQ Every Athlete and Recruit Should Know
NIL Rules
NCAA NIL FAQ Every Athlete and Recruit Should Know

By Tara Sires|July 1, 2026

NCAA latest NIL rules, reporting requirements, $600 threshold, NIL Go, taxes, transfers, and NIL FAQ every college athlete should know.

Will The Protect College Sports Act Limit NIL Money In 2026?
NIL Rules
Will The Protect College Sports Act Limit NIL Money In 2026?

By Tara Sires|June 24, 2026

Will the Protect College Sports Act limit NIL money in 2026? Learn how the proposed legislation could impact athlete compensation, NIL deals, recruiting, and college sports.

Could High School Athletes Need NIL Trust Funds?
NIL Trust Funds
Could High School Athletes Need NIL Trust Funds?

By Sloane Rivers|June 3, 2026

A new NIL legal memorandum is raising questions about trust funds, tax rules, and financial protections for high school athletes under 18.

NCAA NIL Rules Are Already Being Challenged
NIL Rules
NCAA NIL Rules Are Already Being Challenged

By Sloane Rivers|May 14, 2026

NCAA House settlement confusion is creating major new NIL recruiting concerns for college athletes and high school recruits.

Can NIL Deals Stop You From Transferring?
NIL Contracts
Can NIL Deals Stop You From Transferring?

By Jack Robbins|April 15, 2026

Can NIL deals stop you from transferring? Learn how contract clauses may impact athlete flexibility and NIL earnings.

Can NCAA Schools Pay More to Keep Players? Proposal Explained
NCAA NIL
Can NCAA Schools Pay More to Keep Players? Proposal Explained

By Sloane Rivers|March 27, 2026

Big Ten proposes NCAA cap exception. What it means for athlete pay, roster spots, and recruiting decisions right now.

Is NIL Go Delaying College Athlete NIL Deals?
NIL Compliance
Is NIL Go Delaying College Athlete NIL Deals?

By Sloane Rivers|March 12, 2026

NIL Go is rejecting some college athlete NIL deals. Here is what recruits and athletes should know before trusting NIL promises.

Do College Athletes Pay Taxes on NIL Money?
NIL Taxes
Do College Athletes Pay Taxes on NIL Money?

By Sloane Rivers|March 9, 2026

Do college athletes pay taxes on NIL money? Learn federal rules, Mississippi’s tax free NIL bill, and what recruits must track before signing deals.

NIL Payments Could Be Hidden From Recruits in 2026
NIL Privacy
NIL Payments Could Be Hidden From Recruits in 2026

By Jack Robbins|February 24, 2026

New state NIL laws may allow colleges to keep athlete payments private in 2026. Learn how hidden NIL deals could impact recruiting and transfers.

10 Questions College Athletes Must Ask Before an NIL Deal
NIL Contracts
10 Questions College Athletes Must Ask Before an NIL Deal

By Jack Robbins|January 21, 2026

Athletes must ask these NIL contract questions in 2025 and 2026 to protect rights, payment, compliance, and long-term value.

Can Junior Hockey Players Get NIL Deals Now?
NIL Shift
Can Junior Hockey Players Get NIL Deals Now?

By Jack Robbins|January 20, 2026

Junior hockey players can now earn verified NIL money before college. Learn how the USPHL system works and what it means for athletes.

How Many NCAA Athletes Actually Get NIL Deals?
NIL Reality
How Many NCAA Athletes Actually Get NIL Deals?

By Jack Robbins|January 15, 2026

NCAA data and verified NIL reporting reveal how many college athletes truly get NIL deals and why exact percentages are misunderstood.

Why Most NIL Deals Fail After 90 Days
NIL Reality
Why Most NIL Deals Fail After 90 Days

By Jack Robbins|January 14, 2026

Most NIL deals fail after 90 days due to short-term contracts, renewal criteria, and communication gaps that brands rarely explain to athletes.

Dec. NIL Deals Show Where College Sports Are Headed
NIL Trends
Dec. NIL Deals Show Where College Sports Are Headed

By Jack Robbins|December 31, 2025

December NIL deals reveal how brands, sports, and athletes shaped the 2025 NIL landscape beyond football and basketball.

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