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Transfer portal got you down? One college AD suggests an 'acquisition fee' could fix some problems

The article from WDSU discusses the increasing trend of college athletes transferring between schools, facilitated by the NCAA's transfer portal, which has become more active since the 2018-2019 academic year. This movement has led to a new financial aspect known as the "acquisition fee," where schools essentially pay for athletes to transfer to their programs. This fee, often disguised as Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals, can range from $100,000 to $1 million, with some athletes receiving up to $5 million. The practice has raised concerns about the commercialization of college sports, potentially turning it into a bidding war for talent, and has implications for the future structure and ethics of college athletics. The article highlights the case of LSU's Jayden Daniels, who transferred from Arizona State, illustrating how these financial incentives are becoming a significant part of college sports recruitment.

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[ https://www.wdsu.com/article/college-ad-acquisition-fee-transfer-portal/63447023 ]