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Miami Hurricanes’ Superstar Make Big Splash on NIL Day 1

It’s been less than 24 hours since the Florida Supreme Court ruling came into effect, allowing for collegiate athletes to be compensated based on their name, image and likeness (NIL). This monumental shift in college sports took little time for some teams, including the Miami Hurricanes, to take advantage of the opportunities. Earlier today, Heisman-hopeful […]

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GSE Worldwide Signs Alabama’s Jaylen Waddle

Standout Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle has signed with GSE Worldwide for representation in all marketing and off-field partnerships. Waddle is projected to be selected in the top 10 of the 2021 NFL Draft in a competitive wide receiver class. He’ll be joining Amon-Ra St. Brown and Kylin Hill as GSE’s rookie prospects. GSE boasts […]

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The New Normal: NFL Dramatically Changes Course for Combine

The NFL has pulled the trigger and officially reformatted the 2021 Draft Combine into a virtual affair. The decision, spearheaded by John Mara, was made to remain consistent with medical and public health guidelines (including the CDC). Of note, there will be no in-person workouts of any sort; all workouts will be held at individual […]

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YM APAA Sports Signs Deonte Brown

Deonte Brown, a key piece in Alabama’s award-winning offensive line, has signed with Young Money APAA Sports for his representation. The announcement came after Alabama won their seventh National Championship under Coach Saban by routing the Ohio State Buckeyes 52-24. The Crimson Tide’s formidable O-line played a crucial role in securing their 13-0 perfect season. […]

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Trevor Lawrence Signs With Excel Sports Management

The face of the 2021 NFL Draft has secured a spot with Excel Sports Management to take care of his off-field marketing and endorsement endeavors and will be joining an elite roster of talent. The projected number one draft pick is widely considered to be the most anticipated NFL player in decades. Lawrence will be […]

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DEC Management Signs Iowa State’s JaQuan Bailey

Iowa State’s record-setting defensive end joins the growing class of college football players electing to forgo their COVID-gifted extra year of eligibility to declare for the 2021 NFL draft. Anticipating draft day, the redshirt senior JaQuan Bailey officially took pen to paper to sign with DEC Management, a global leader in athlete management, for his […]

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Tylan Wallace Signs With Kelli Masters Management

Standout Oklahoma State receiver, Tylan Wallace, has secured representation heading into the next NFL Draft. Announced on Kelli Masters’ Instagram account, KMM Sports officially signed Wallace the day following Oklahoma State’s thrilling victory over Miami in the Cheez-It Bowl. Limited to only first-half participation as a precaution, Wallace posted 6 receptions for 45 yards in […]

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Rosenhaus Sports Representation Signs Javian Hawkins

Rosenhaus Sports Representation continues their client expansion leading up to the 2021 NFL Draft with the recent signing of Louisville Cardinals running back Javian Hawkins. Hawkins opted out of the rest of the college football season last week to prepare for the 2021 NFL Draft.  Hawkins took to social media to thank his head coach […]

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Colorado State Wide Receiver Warren Jackson Signs With Athletes First

As announced by Neil Stratton of Inside the League, former Colorado State wide received Warren Jackson has signed with Athletes First for representation. Jackson’s plan to leave Colorado State and begin preparation for the 2021 NFL Draft came on the heels of the Mountain West Conference’s decision to suspend falls sports. Jackson said “me and […]

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Brand-Led Recruiting Has Arrived in College Football

The era of marketability in college recruiting is here.  Early last week, the NCAA announced their support of recommendations that would allow college athletes to earn money from their name, image and likeness. What came next inevitably will be remembered as the match that lit the brand-led recruitment fire.  BRANDS ATTRACT TALENT Recruiting in college […]