NIL NEWS & DEALS

• College Sports Commission reports $166.5M in approved NIL deals — The NIL Go clearinghouse has reviewed 21,025 deals worth $166.5M since launch, while 711 deals totaling $29.3M were denied. The system is also seeing increased scrutiny of “associated entity” deals tied to collectives and media partners, which are slowing approvals and raising compliance questions across college athletics. (Read More)

• Kevin Durant & University of Texas launch major NIL program with Nike — A new initiative centered on Longhorn basketball players includes exclusive gear, personal edition drops, and an annual business summit for athletes and students. (Read More)

• Arkansas announces jersey patch partnership with Tyson Foods — Marks a landmark move in collegiate NIL sponsorships, putting patches on all varsity teams and expanding athlete ambassador opportunities.(Read More)

• Legal challenges rise as Nebraska players contest rejected NIL deals — 18 Nebraska football players are pushing back against more than $1M in NIL deals denied by the CSC, becoming a key test case for arbitration and enforcement standards. (Read More)

LEGISLATIVE UPDATES

Mississippi House approves NIL tax exemption — A proposed bill in Mississippi that aimed to make NIL earnings tax-exempt for student-athletes has officially died in committee, halting momentum on what could have been a groundbreaking shift in athlete compensation. (Read More)

Wisconsin Passes Bill to Keep NIL Deals Private — Lawmakers have passed a bill to keep college athletes’ NIL deals private, aiming to shield both student-athlete privacy and schools’ competitive advantages. The move reflects growing concern over transparency potentially impacting recruiting and deal-making dynamics. (Read More)

Ohio Legislators seek to ban NIL for middle/high school athletes — Moves indicate growing state‑level debate over extending or limiting NIL beyond college. (Read More)

PARENT RESOURCES & TOOLS  

✳️ NIL Tax Guide for College Athletes (Free PDF – 75+ pages)
A comprehensive tax guide explaining how NIL income is taxed, self-employment tax, deductions, and quarterly tax payments for athletes earning NIL income. Download Here

✳️ Student Athlete NIL Starter Kit (Free Download)
A practical guide explaining NIL contract basics, red flags in agreements, and a checklist athletes should use before signing any NIL deal. Download Here