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Entertainment & Sports

May 16, 2025

Halftime analysis of NIL in 2025: Key legal developments in college athletics

As NIL rights continue to reshape college athletics, from high-profile transfer disputes like Nico Iamaleava's to antitrust litigation and revenue-sharing negotiations, sports lawyers are increasingly essential in navigating the legal and regulatory chaos.

Frank N. Darras

Founding Partner
DarrasLaw

Email: frank@darraslaw.com

Western State Univ COL; Fullerton CA

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Halftime analysis of NIL in 2025: Key legal developments in college athletics
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The influence of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights continues to push the boundaries of college sports in unprecedented ways. From the ripple effects of the transfer portal to the ongoing antitrust battles in federal court, nearly every aspect of college athletics is now touched by the high stakes of athlete endorsements - including pending litigation and a patchwork of NIL laws and guideli...

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