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House Republican leaders have once again scrubbed plans to vote on legislation that would usher in substantial changes to college sports, leaving an uncertain path ahead. Attention is now turning to the Senate, where Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., are reportedly preparing their own bipartisan proposal to…

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Why Tennis Is Becoming a Casualty of College Football and Basketball’s Insatiable Budget

As college athletic departments zoom past the $20.5 million revenue sharing cap, one sport, tennis, is suffering the consequences. Why?

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Brian Kelly Couldn't Win a Title at LSU—Why He Thinks Lane Kiffin Will

The ex-Tigers coach assessed his successor in a Wednesday interview.

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Albert Breer’s Takeaways: Expectations for Arch Manning Before 2027 NFL Draft

The Texas QB is a trendy pick to be taken first. Plus, behind-the-scenes looks at the De’Zhaun Stribling and Sonny Styles picks and more.

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Amazon to Broadcast College Sports Events for First Time in Landmark Deal With Duke Men’s Basketball

The Blue Devils’ partnership with Amazon will include exclusive NIL opportunities for the program's players.

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Select Generation Builds Pathways for Overlooked Soccer Talent

Sam Henneberg and Victor Cascon didn’t set out to launch a talent agency.

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The Draft Proves It: The SEC Still Reigns Supreme Over Big Ten in NFL’s Eyes

While the Big Ten dominated the early part of the 2026 draft, after seven rounds it is clear that NFL front offices still believe that the SEC is producing the most talent.

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UNC's Henri Veesaar Makes Final Decision on NBA Draft

Veesaar will remain in the draft and forgo his remaining college eligibility.

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‘Pure Chaos’: Rick Pitino Rings Warning Bell About Immediate Impact of ‘Five-in-Five’ Eligibility Proposal

Pitino is concerned about the potential consequences of immediate extra eligibility for outgoing seniors.

Sports Illustrated

The ‘World’s Greatest College Weekend’: Welcome to Indiana’s 75th Annual Little 500

Though there are no NIL deals or transfer portal opportunities for its riders, the historic intramural bike race has grown into a rich college sports tradition.

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Azzi Fudd: how I learned to use NIL for transformation, not just transactions

The number 1 pick in the WNBA draft explains what she learned about business and growth through a star-studded career at the University of Connecticut.

Fortune

College Sports Multimedia Company Learfield Is Finalizing a Private Equity Deal—Here’s Why It Matters

Private equity is a game-changer in NIL in an evolving college sports landscape.

Sports Illustrated

Why Michael Malone Can Succeed at North Carolina According to the Star Who Knows Him Best—Nikola Jokić

Jokić, who won an NBA title and three MVP awards during his time playing for Malone, was asked about his coach’s surprising move to college basketball on Monday night.

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Hosting the NFL draft is less about weekend beer sales and more about long-term brand value

When the NFL draft arrives in Pittsburgh in April 2026, city officials are sure to tout projected economic impact figures. They will likely point to the US$73 million generated by Green Bay, Wisconsin, and the surrounding area in 2025, the $213 million generated by Detroit in 2024, or the $164…

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The Loyalists: Alex Karaban and Will Tschetter, Rare One-School Seniors, Face Off in UConn-Michigan Title Clash

In a sport defined by movement, two program lifers bring continuity, trust and staying power to the championship stage.

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How International Big Men Are Shaping the Men’s Final Four

Illinois, Arizona and Michigan are using European frontcourts amid a changing recruiting landscape to power deep postseason runs.

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How the NCAA Aims to Tackle the Surge of Online Abuse Targeting College Athletes

NCAA data shows almost 50% of players have faced abuse from bettors, while monitoring firms logged more than 2,500 abusive posts during one week of March Madness.

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The NIL Protection for Parents: Why Ohio College Athletes Just Got More Power Over Their Names

House Bill 660 recently passed the Ohio House of Representatives, signaling a major shift in how the state manages name, image, and likeness (NIL) for student-athletes. This legislation builds on a 2024 executive order from Governor Mike DeWine that first allowed universities to compensate athletes directly. The bill now moves…

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SI:AM | A Different Kind of Cinderella for NCAA Tournament

NIL and the transfer portal are slowly leaving behind the dreams of the traditional mid-major.

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The Ruthless Bottom Line Is Driving College Basketball Now

In the NIL era, roster building, resources and spending power have overtaken history as the sport’s true edge.

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Flau’jae Johnson Knows Her Value, Which Is Why She Stuck Around at LSU

The senior has become the epitome of an NIL superstar, but her decision to play a fourth year for the program she helped build shows she’s actually pretty old-school, too.

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Ignore the Haters—March Madness Is Alive and Well In Spite of Transfers and NIL

Plus: Tournament expansion looks like a terrible idea, enjoy baseball while you can, and the newest season of Shoresy

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Mick Cronin Puts Price Tag on Improving UCLA After Another Disappointing Season

UCLA’s season came to an end Sunday night against UConn.

Sports Illustrated

‘Bells’ at the Buzzer: How Dylan Darling Delivered a March Madness Miracle for St. John’s

After missing every other shot, the Red Storm guard called his own number to the disbelief of everyone—including Rick Pitino.

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Why Tom Izzo Believes Its Important That He Keeps Coaching in NIL Era After Many of His Peers Have Left

The Michigan State coach was forthright on his enthusiasm for coaching as the Spartans punched their ticket to the Sweet 16.

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