Kirby Smart Criticizes NIL Practices and Warns of Revenue-Sharing Manipulation
The Georgia football coach highlights unethical agent behavior and raises concerns about the upcoming House settlement's impact on college sports' competitive balance.
- Kirby Smart has condemned agents for shopping college athletes to schools before the transfer portal officially opens, calling it a major ethical issue.
- The upcoming House settlement, expected by April 7, 2025, could introduce a $22 million spending cap for schools, with $15-$17 million allocated to football programs.
- Smart expressed skepticism about whether the current NIL model and proposed changes will benefit student-athletes long-term, warning of potential cuts to sports programs.
- Reports suggest some schools, such as Oregon, may attempt to bypass the proposed NIL regulations, raising questions about enforcement and fairness.
- Georgia's football program is facing additional challenges with injuries to key players, including quarterback Ryan Montgomery and offensive lineman Drew Bobo, during spring camp.
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