There is a new era in college sports now that athletes can profit off their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) after the July 1st passing.
The old days of arguing that college athletes should be paid are over, as college stars across the nation are already pulling in the big bucks. Texas running back Bijan Robinson is making Cameo appearances for $100, Miami quarterback D’eriq King has his own brand, and rapper Master P’s son Hercy Miller (who has yet to take a shot at Tennessee State) is a millionaire thanks to a four-year, $2 million endorsement deal with tech company Web Apps America.
So long to that easy persuasive essay topic for students.
Although the passing of the rule is long overdue, there are countless college stars of the past who would have needed the brinks trucks in order to hold all their money.
There are obviously too many to chose from, but I’ve went ahead and listed 10 that are likely the cream of the crop. Before we take a look, it is mandatory to credit Donald de la Haye, the UCF Kicker who chose to forgo college football for YouTube. He has long been a talking point of the movement and it is unfortunate he had to give up playing the sport he loved.
Here are 10 athletes that likely would have cashed in the big bucks if profiting off of NIL was allowed during their collegiate careers: