Overview

• The hearing, led by Judge Claudia Wilken, will assess the fairness and adequacy of the proposed $2.78 billion settlement between the NCAA and Division I athletes.
• The settlement includes backpay for athletes from 2016 onward and introduces a revenue-sharing model allowing colleges to allocate up to 22% of athletic revenue to players.
• Objections focus on revenue-sharing caps, Title IX compliance, roster limits, and transparency in backpay calculations, with over 70 formal objections filed by athletes and stakeholders.
• If approved, the settlement could take effect for the 2025-26 academic year, marking a dramatic shift in the NCAA's traditional amateurism model.
• A decision is not expected immediately, and any ruling is anticipated to face appeals to the Ninth Circuit, potentially prolonging the legal process.