Northwestern AD Derrick Gragg Transitions to New Strategic Role

Gragg will focus on navigating NIL, athlete unionization, and other major changes in college athletics while a search for his successor is underway.

Gragg will become vice president for athletic strategy, advising on key initiatives.
He will remain in his current role until a new athletic director is appointed.
Gragg's new role emphasizes growing revenue and managing NIL opportunities.
Northwestern continues to address fallout from hazing scandals and leadership changes.
President Schill praises Gragg's contributions and looks forward to his strategic guidance.