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[QUOTE="elimunelson, post: 4552905, member: 615"]
I think both sentiments are right.

I do think the transactional nature of NIL/Portal impact every single player because it's something you have to think about now that you have pushed forward the quasi professional aspect of playing in college. At one point there was a breather of sorts for these players to accept a red shirt, accept sitting and learning and then be ready to produce. The downside was really minimal. If you were truly unhappy there was consequences of leaving/transferring (sitting out a year).

I think the damage done to the natural progression of an athlete's maturity has been pushed forward in a frankensteinian fashion. Not every college athlete is Lebron ready to hit the pro ranks immediately and be productive/professional.

I truly hate it all because for an extra few bucks and unlimited optionality, these players may end up having a worst experience. And those who do nothing may ultimately be forever second guessing the optionality as well.
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