Portal Jumping

[SayUWantAreVOLution]

In the end one HOPE is s that the NCAA will be forced to have the portal and NIL world and have a free fall division, but recognize that a return to the pure scholly model fits all D3, D2, and the majority of D1 athletes. Kids are free to pick their path. NOT one size fits all.

Not a fan of Congress messing with sports, but the overly woke courts may need to have them reduce their latitudes by changing or clarifying the enforceable laws. Back to pro vs amatuer rules in college football. Both need to exist with NIL division being the semi-pro solution. Will enough congressmen from the not so blessed majority of schools draw the REVISED lines?

The most vocal Supreme Court judges in the 9-0 Alston decision (NIL) were Gorsuch and Kavenaugh. They were appointed by our incoming President.

The judge who granted Pavia's request was appointed by our incoming President.

Uh .... woke? Doubtful.

In the end one HOPE is s that the NCAA will be forced to have the portal and NIL world and have a free fall division, but recognize that a return to the pure scholly model fits all D3, D2, and the majority of D1 athletes. Kids are free to pick their path. NOT one size fits all.

Not a fan of Congress messing with sports, but the overly woke courts may need to have them reduce their latitudes by changing or clarifying the enforceable laws. Back to pro vs amatuer rules in college football. Both need to exist with NIL division being the semi-pro solution. Will enough congressmen from the not so blessed majority of schools draw the REVISED lines?

Do we REALLY want Congress continually deciding which school is and isn't in the pro or amateur division? Because it won't stay static as we've seen teams jump conferences a lot.

It's weird to see you complain of "woke" decisions then think Congress should get involved. If you're looking to find "woke" people, Washington DC is the first place to look.

 

[JRich]

It would be better for college football if they at least waited until the season was over before opening the portal.

 

[S.C. OrangeMan]

The most realistic thing we can fix in college football right now is the transfer portal window. Honestly, I think it makes the most sense to open it during the summer and then close it for the rest of the year.

A summer window lines up perfectly with the academic calendar. Players could transfer, get into their new classes on time, and settle into their new teams without all the chaos. It gives them a chance to figure things out in the offseason instead of making rushed decisions that could mess with their future both on and off the field.

But these mid-season or mid-year transfers? They’re terrible for the sport. Teams end up scrambling to fill spots, coaches are left trying to rebuild chemistry halfway through the year, and it’s a mess for the players, too. Imagine switching schools in the middle of a semester, trying to catch up on classes, and adjusting to a new team all at once. It’s just not good for anyone.

If we had a summer-only transfer window, it would create more stability for everyone—teams, players, and even fans. Players would have time to really think through their options instead of making quick, emotional decisions mid-season. Teams could plan better, and the whole process would be a lot smoother.

At the end of the day, a summer transfer window feels like the right balance. Players still get the freedom to make changes if they need to, but it keeps the chaos in check and protects the integrity of the game. It just makes sense.

Terrible idea. First, it violates the Ohio vs NCAA court decision regarding transfers.

Second, it discriminates against athletes because min athletes can transfer whenever they wish. Third, it messes up the athletes' academic calendar. Fourth, it denies spring practice to transfers. That's illegal discrimination. Fifth, it gives transfers less practice, less conditioning, less familiarity with their new teams' scheme, and increases chances of injury.

The integrity of the game? Bwahahahaha.
That's a delusional concept.

 

[S.C. OrangeMan]

Not a single change needs to be made. Kids need to get in the portal and get a deal before another player gets the deal. Spring practice is all that matters to a kid who is leaving one program for another. Screw your bowl game, playoff and championship. Waiting around is a waste of time that may cost you a roster spot somewhere where you can actually play. Make your move. Sionara holmes..

This x 1,000!!! The control freaks that want to limit what the athletes can do, where they can go, and how much money they can make lose their minds if their own words are applied to themselves and their jobs, and their earnings.

 

[a vol n tears]

Wrong. It's much better now. Much more interesting. If you can't keep up, just say so.

It will look wrong to some and more interesting to others. Schools don’t want anything to change. They are raking in billions in TV rights, with salaries being paid by alumni and fans. Danny White already added $15 per ticket to help with NIL, Ala AD last week begging fans to pony up money if they want to keep competitive in signing players. Oh St spent $20M+ on NIL this year. Oh, and don’t stop buying shirts, hoodies, hats, blankets, etc. The problem I see is just what is going on here last night and today. As soon as fans pony up $15-$20M to buy a team, either miss the playoffs or lose in the 1st round, complaints start, people actually start looking at stats and details, of players and coaches. Being paid out of fans pocket requires a higher return of winning