Google searches for NIL questions return terrible information due to "information lag." Here are data-supported answers to the 10 most common NIL questions from student-athletes and universities.
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NIL's biggest winners weren't football stars—they were non-revenue athletes. Social media outpaced TV. Local businesses beat Fortune 500s. Nobody predicted this democratization of college sports opportunities.
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Student-athlete influencer marketing works when content feels authentic, leverages short-form video, and targets engaged micro-audiences. Avoid over-scripting, ignoring platform strengths, and failing to use data strategically.
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Social media algorithms determine which student-athletes get seen by brands. Algorithm changes prioritize authentic content and engagement over follower counts, directly impacting NIL opportunities and visibility.
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Student-athletes make four critical NIL mistakes: believing follower count matters most, ignoring FTC guidelines, guessing at content strategy, and failing to mirror prospective brands' messaging and aesthetics.
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