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SoCal Matters

How NIL is Changing College Sports

Season 2025 Episode 332

CalMatters’ first-ever look into college athlete earnings in California reveals wide disparities in NIL deals. While some stars like Jaylon Tyson made hundreds of thousands, most athletes—especially women—earned little or nothing. As lawsuits loom that could further change the game, the future of athlete compensation remains uncertain.

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