The Booming NIL Market and Its Financial Repercussions in College Sports
The NIL market’s rapid expansion is reshaping college athletics, straining budgets and prompting legislative action.
Aug 26, 2026
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Darren Heitner
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Sam Alexis Wins Injunction, Secures Extra Season of Eligibility
A preliminary injunction granted by a federal court allows former Indiana University forward Sam Alexis an additional year of eligibility, benefiting other 2022 graduates and potentially reshaping NCAA eligibility rules.
Jul 31, 2026
College Basketball Players Sue NCAA Over Eligibility Rules
A group of 52 college basketball players, including former Kansas guard Jayden Dawson, have filed a lawsuit challenging the NCAA’s new eligibility rule that would end scholarship eligibility for the class of 2022 after the 2025‑26 season. The legal action seeks a temporary and permanent injunction to allow them to compete in the 2026‑27 season.
Jul 31, 2026
Colorado Buffaloes Eye Freshman Josiah Manu for Immediate Impact
The Buffaloes must fill 22 starting spots, and a promising defensive tackle could seize a role early.
Jul 29, 2026
NCAA Faces Legal Challenge Over Fifth-Year Eligibility as Ohio Injunction Opens Door for Extra Season
A recent Ohio injunction grants extra eligibility to fifteen college basketball players, sparking a national legal fight that could reshape roster rules and prompt federal action.
Jul 28, 2026
Clemson Star RJ Godfrey Files Lawsuit to Secure Fifth Year of Eligibility
RJ Godfrey, Clemson’s leading scorer, sues the NCAA to obtain a fifth year of eligibility under the new “5 for 5” rule, joining 15 other athletes in a Georgia court case that challenges the organization’s eligibility restrictions.
Jul 27, 2026
Ezra Christensen’s NCAA Eligibility Battle Threatens Colorado’s 2025 Season
Colorado defensive lineman Ezra Christensen challenges the NCAA after his fifth‑year waiver was denied, a case that could reshape the Buffaloes' roster and spark a larger debate over eligibility rules.
Jul 26, 2026
Donovan Dent Commits to Gonzaga, Seeking Fifth Year of Eligibility
Donovan Dent, a veteran point guard with a history at New Mexico and UCLA, has announced his intention to return for a fifth year of college basketball. He is joining a California injunction to secure eligibility under the NCAA's new '5-in-5' rules, while Gonzaga emerges as a leading destination, offering a starting role, a strong roster and significant NIL opportunities.
Jul 26, 2026
Oklahoma State’s Parsa Fallah Joins Lawsuit to Block NCAA’s New Eligibility Rule
A federal lawsuit filed by attorneys Darren Heitner and Ryan Downton challenges the NCAA’s five‑year eligibility rule, with Oklahoma State forward Parsa Fallah at its center, aiming to secure playing time for up to 45 affected athletes.
Jul 26, 2026
Oklahoma State forward Parsa Fallah sues NCAA over five‑year eligibility rule
Oklahoma State basketball player Parsa Fallah is part of a legal challenge to the NCAA's new five‑year eligibility rule, aiming to secure a waiver that would allow him to compete in the 2026‑27 season after a knee injury and a winding college career.
Jul 26, 2026
Braeden Carrington Seeks Extra Season as NCAA Eligibility Fight Gains Momentum
A California lawsuit could grant Braeden Carrington a fifth year of eligibility, potentially reshaping the Badgers' backcourt for the 2026‑27 season.
Jul 25, 2026
Kendall Blue Seeks Fifth Year of Eligibility in NCAA Lawsuit
Kendall Blue, a former Nebraska basketball player, has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA seeking an additional year of eligibility, joining a broader legal effort to reshape college sports rules.
Jul 25, 2026
College Athletes Sue NCAA Over Eligibility Rules
The lawsuit, confirmed by attorney Ryan Downton, seeks an additional year of eligibility for athletes who completed four years of college but fall outside the NCAA’s new 5‑for‑5 eligibility framework.
Jul 25, 2026
Former Oklahoma State Star Joins Lawsuit Over NCAA Eligibility Rules
A group of 45 current and former college athletes has sued the NCAA, arguing they were excluded from the association's new eligibility framework and deserve an additional season of competition.
Jul 25, 2026
Ohio Court Grants Fifth‑Year Eligibility, Clearing Path for Collins and King
A recent injunction allows 15 athletes, including standout guard MJ Collins and forward Kolby King, to extend their college careers by a fifth year, bolstering the University of Cincinnati’s upcoming roster.
Jul 10, 2026
Ohio Judge Clears Path for College Basketball Players to Extend Careers
A temporary injunction granted by an Ohio judge allows 15 Division I basketball players to return for an additional season, highlighting a growing legal front against the NCAA's new eligibility framework.
Jul 9, 2026
Kashie Natt Reinstated at Oklahoma State After Court Ruling
A recent court decision temporarily reinstates Kashie Natt’s eligibility, permitting him to rejoin Oklahoma State’s basketball program as a legal battle over his waiver request continues.
Jul 6, 2026
Court Order Clears Path for Kashie Natt’s Return to Oklahoma State Basketball
A Payne County judge has signed an order allowing Oklahoma State guard Kashie Natt to resume full team activities after his NCAA eligibility waivers were canceled, reigniting a legal battle over the NCAA's eligibility rules.
Jul 6, 2026
Court Order Clears Way for Oklahoma State’s Kashie Natt to Return for 2026-27 Season
A Payne County district judge has issued an order allowing forward Kashie Natt to resume full participation with Oklahoma State immediately, overturning the NCAA's cancellation of his eligibility waivers and setting the stage for his 2026-27 season.
Jul 6, 2026
The Playoff Puzzle
A look at the parallels between the expanded World Cup and the proposed College Football Playoff, the implications for top programs, and the upcoming storylines shaping the season.
Jul 1, 2026
Kashie Natt Sues NCAA Over Eligibility Ruling, Seeks 2026‑27 Season Return
Kashie Natt has filed a lawsuit to block the NCAA’s cancellation of his eligibility waiver, demanding the right to play in the 2026‑27 season and arguing that his five‑year eligibility window should extend until August 2027.
Jun 30, 2026
Kashie Natt sues NCAA to regain a year of college basketball eligibility
A graduate student-athlete from Louisiana files a lawsuit in Oklahoma, claiming the NCAA’s new eligibility rule and a recent court decision entitle him to an additional season of play.
Jun 30, 2026
Former Sam Houston Star Sues NCAA Over Eligibility Ruling
Kashie Natt has filed a lawsuit in Oklahoma to compel the NCAA to grant him an additional season of eligibility, arguing that the organization breached its contractual obligations and misapplied its eligibility criteria.
Jun 30, 2026
NCAA’s New Age-Based Eligibility Rule Sparks Legal Battle Over Player Rights
The NCAA's shift to a five-year, five-season eligibility model has triggered lawsuits, roster reshuffles and international implications, with former Penn State guard Josh Reed leading the charge.
Jun 26, 2026