
When NIL Deals Pull Texas High School Stars From the Track
A look at how name, image and likeness agreements are prompting high school seniors to enroll in college early, sacrificing the chance to compete at the state track meet.
May 15, 2026
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A look at how name, image and likeness agreements are prompting high school seniors to enroll in college early, sacrificing the chance to compete at the state track meet.

With Chrishon McCray, Rodney Bullard Jr. and Jameel Gardner Jr. set to exhaust their eligibility, Michigan State is intensifying its pursuit of top receiver prospects, including Detroit’s Don Spillers III, Montana’s Steele Harris and Texas’ Zach Forbish, each of whom is scheduled for official visits and carries significant commitments.