Nick Saban and Donald Trump Slammed in Explosive Backlash Over Controversial NIL Stance—What They’re Hiding May Shock You
When Nick Saban and Donald Trump show up at the same Alabama commencement—and then chat about college sports? You know something’s brewing beyond the usual small talk. Their recent powwow has sparked buzz because the Trump administration is reportedly mulling an executive order aimed right at the heart of college athletics’ hottest topic: NIL. Now here’s the kicker—while these heavyweight figures dive into discussions about controlling athlete payments, not everyone’s thrilled. Steve Berman, a major player leading NIL legal battles, calls their involvement “unmerited meddling,” pointing out that athletes themselves are the ones driving monumental change. It’s almost ironic: Saban, who once staunchly opposed NIL while cashing in as college football’s top-paid coach, now has a loud voice on ESPN—but critics say his interest might be about protecting the old guard. So the real question is: in a world where college athletes are finally cashing in big, who really benefits from the fresh scrutiny looming ahead? Let’s unpack what this all means for the game and those making it. LEARN MORE.Former Alabama football head coach Nick Saban and President Donald Trump were together last week at the University of Alabama’s commencement ceremony. During that time, the two of them discussed the current landscape of college athletics. The Trump administration is reportedly considering an executive order that targets NIL.
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