Trump reportedly weighing executive order to limit NIL money for college athletes
President Donald Trump is reportedly considering an executive order that would curb the rapidly growing NIL (name, image, and likeness) payments in college athletics, a move that could reshape the landscape of NCAA sports. According to the Wall Street Journal, the idea surfaced during a private meeting with retired Alabama football coach Nick Saban, who expressed frustration over the evolving rules of college recruitment.Saban, who stepped away from coaching after the 2023 season, has long voiced concerns about how NIL deals disrupt competitive balance. Trump, apparently sympathetic to that view, directed aides to begin drafting a potential order targeting the recent explosion in athlete compensation.Trump jokes about transgender athletes in college speechNIL deals under the microscopeSince 2021, NIL rights have allowed college athletes to earn money for endorsements, social media, appearances, and more. The shift has empowered student-athletes to monetize […]
