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Quote: Originally Posted by Sam Marlowe

You either aren't really reading my comments or you don't understand what Im saying. Im basically throwing any pay system from the school end of things out of the window. Its untenable and currently illegal. But why should the NCAA be allowed to have a monopoly on player likenesses and names for profit to go along with their other revenue streams? Players can't be paid, but why should they be denied access to money they themselves could generate from their own likeness or name? And not just while they attend school but even after they have left?

Yes, I was a bit confused by your comment, but do agree with the pay system not happening. As far as compensation for likeness - games/jerseys/etc. - IMO, they are simply a number... a member of the collective, amateur team with revenues going back into the team which propels it for future success helping attract more students/professors/athletes.

It's a two way street - you play for us & we'll set you up for success, BUT we own your "image". I think it's a fair trade off all things considered. That's about as simple as I can summarize my stance on it.