Speaking to reporters before Monday's national championship game, NCAA president Charlie Baker said he's focused on creating a 'consumer protection system' for collegiate athletes and their families as name, image and likeness deals become more prevalent.
Tim Legler weighs in on the state of NIL and argues that signing contracts could help improve athlete loyalty and minimize transfer portal uncertainty.
Baker, who spoke to reporters prior to the start of the national championship game Monday, said a multitude of athletes are basing NIL decisions on limited information about the legitimacy of the companies and sponsors courting them. Baker also said he's concerned about the impact of prop-betting on collegiate sports. He said he's spoken directly with athletes who are concerned about the growing impact of sports betting in the collegiate space.
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