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The price of paying college athletes

Today, Explained

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The Evolution of College Athlete Compensation

This chapter explores the heated debate on whether college athletes should be classified as employees, focusing on the implications of salary payments versus student status. It examines how Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) agreements are reshaping compensation dynamics, highlighting the financial advantages larger programs hold over smaller ones. The chapter raises ethical questions about transparency in funding and the potential impact of upcoming revenue-sharing policies on the competitive landscape of college athletics.

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