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Should semipro/college players be paid, or allowed to sell their stuff? (NIL and Revenue Sharing)

Jaxbuck
This sounds familiar

As the college sports structure evolves, it might even be beneficial for some schools if they could simply let investors fund the roster, pay the coaches and take on the profit/loss risk. In exchange, the school would get paid for use of facilities and trademarks to fund their other sports.
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and yes, already happening to a degree

In a sense, it's already in motion. Utah finalized a nine-figure deal with Otro Capital earlier this year, forming a new company that will handle revenue-generating aspects of the athletic program. Michigan State just unveiled a new athletic department structure with $100 million in seed money, part of which is a for-profit subsidiary called Spartan Media Ventures where investors will get a return.

In early August, LSU is gathering donors at the governors' mansion for a "first look at an alternative revenue-generating opportunity for LSU athletics that is first of its kind nationally and could quite possibly change the future of college sports in America," according to the invitation. It's expected to include some type of structure where investors/donors could buy a "share" of a privatized athletic department.
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People to Punch, Pet Peeves, and General Vexations (mega-merge)

Thump said:
People smoking/vaping marijuana at parks, in their cars, outside stores/restaurants.

I am so sick of it. The horrible smell is EVERYWHERE!

GTFOH!
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We lived in downtown Denver when Colorado, along with Washington, became the first state to legalize recreational marijuana. Being first attracted tons of young marijuana "lifestyle" people to the state. Most of our commute was walking the mile or so length of the 16th street pedestrian mall that goes through downtown Denver and we'd get asked for weed money by these 18-25 year old derelicts 3-4 times per commute. That was even more annoying than the smell, which was omnipresent but bothers me less than it bothers many other people, including my wife. It's somewhat better now, probably because many other states have legalized and because young people are leaving Denver because it has become unaffordable.
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2027 OH LB Brayton Feister (Verbal Offer)

calibuck
Going back to yesteryear, Woody would only recruit tackles. If they didn't have footspeed, long arms, etc. then they were moved to guards or center. Guess the old adage is still in play, 'recruit the kid, and let him find his position later on'. Instead of recruiting bulky guys, UFM started recruiting speed (much like SEC). Now, the Buckeyes have both speed and strength (thanks Coach Mick). Guess the only thing one cannot teach is heighth. The rest can be taught. Seem to recollect that Ted Ginn was recruited to play one position, but he ultimately shone on the other side of the ball. Believe the system behind recruiting is so evolved now, what with testing, testing, doing something different etc (clear I don't know all that this entails), and have the kid find out what he's good at, and what he enjoys. Most of the good college athletes played both ways at their HS. Anyway, just be glad all we really have to do is turn on the tube, pop a cold one, and enjoy the show on tv. Go Bucks
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Technology Gone Wild: Rise of the Machines

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman claims AI singularity has arrived

OpenAI's CEO spoke days after his firm's AI technology hacked another company on its own.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman claims artificial intelligence has reached a long-sought threshold in which the technology can improve itself, unleashing rapid progress that may prove difficult to fully control.

The milestone, known as the singularity, promises significant benefits for society, Altman said, appearing to rebuke concern among critics about the societal threat posed by wide adoption of AI.

"We’re now, like, in the singularity," Altman said in an episode of a podcast called "Relentless," which came out on Saturday. “Now we’re actually in the moment that we used to talk about at the lunch table in a very not-serious way."

“I’ve been waiting for this my whole life, and I think it’s going to be incredible, hugely positive, awesome for the world," Altman added.
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2026 scUM Shenanigans, Arguments, Arrogant Twatwaffles, Emasculated Cucks, Feckless Marmots, Dirty Cheaters "Mid"chigan

ScriptOhio
Buckeye86 said:
How many national championships has every team in the SEC won in the last 70 years outside of Bama, Georgia and LSU? And shall we broach the topic of who has had to cheat to earn them now that NIL and paying players legally coincides exactly with the SEC not only not winning, but not even making the national championship game for three straight seasons? Finebaum can STFU.
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Mike80 said:
Here ya go....it's like 45 if you include oklahoma and Texas but 31 if you don't, going back 81 years to the end of World War 2....which ironically gives them 1 :lol:

Chronological List of National Titles (Since 1945)

Year School Selector / Championship System
1945 Alabama NCF
1950 Kentucky Sagarin
1951 Tennessee AP/UPI
1952 Georgia Tech AP/UPI
1957 Auburn AP
1958 LSU AP/UPI
1959 Ole Miss Berryman/Howell/Sagarin
1960 Ole Miss FWAA
1961 Alabama AP/UPI
1962 Ole Miss Litkenhous
1964 Alabama AP/UPI
1964 Arkansas FWAA
1965 Alabama AP
1973 Alabama UPI
1978 Alabama AP
1979 Alabama AP/UPI
1980 Georgia AP/UPI
1992 Alabama AP/Coaches
1996 Florida AP/Bowl Alliance
1998 Tennessee BCS
2003 LSU BCS
2006 Florida BCS
2007 LSU BCS
2008 Florida BCS
2009 Alabama BCS
2010 Auburn BCS
2011 Alabama BCS
2012 Alabama BCS
2015 Alabama CFP
2017 Alabama CFP
2019 LSU CFP
2020 Alabama CFP
2021 Georgia CFP
2022 Georgia CFP

Title Totals by School (Since 1945)
  • Alabama: 14 titles
  • LSU: 4 titles
  • Florida, Georgia, & Ole Miss: 3 titles each
  • Auburn & Tennessee: 2 titles each
  • Arkansas, Kentucky, & Georgia Tech: 1 title each
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Just sayin': Not too many people would remember that Georgia Tech was in the SEC back in 1952.......:lol:
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2026 World Cup (Official Thread)

ScriptOhio
www.si.com

FIFA President Lashes Out at Critics in Stunning Instagram Rant

Gianni Infantino sought to defend a handful of controversies from the 2026 World Cup.
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FIFA President Lashes Out at Critics in Stunning Instagram Rant​

Gianni Infantino sought to defend a handful of controversies from the 2026 World Cup.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has accused critics of some of the 2026 World Cup’s controversies of “spreading hate” in a shocking social media rant.

Infantino faced questions over his personal conduct during the tournament, particularly relating to his relationship with United States President Trump and the circumstances surrounding the suspension of a ban for USMNT striker Folarin Balogun.

The finances involved with the tournament, the introduction of hydration breaks and travel difficulties for players and fans of certain nationalities also marred what turned out to be a record-breaking World Cup for FIFA.

In an attempt to defend those issues, Infantino released a 15-page Instagram statement to just shy of six million followers, with the post also shared to FIFA’s eight million followers, urging those highlighting the controversies of the tournament to “meditate and pray” and focus on all the positives.

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VISA Issues Facing Iran​

One of the biggest pre-tournament concerns revolved around the conflict between the United States and Iran, which initially created questions over whether Iran would even be permitted to attend the tournament this summer. President Trump had urged Iran to avoid the World Cup “for their own safety.”

Iran was ultimately permitted to attend but was met with strict regulations banning them from residing in the United States throughout the tournament. The players were only granted access the day before matches and were forced to leave shortly after the final whistle. Infantino was publicly questioned for his failure to provide better conditions for the team.

“Every city was packed with fans from all around the globe,” Infantino explained. “While they celebrated, you were busy planting seeds of hate. Our world needs love, not hate; tolerance, not division; celebration, not mourning.

“While you spread hatred, we worked tirelessly to unite two countries at war. Iran entered the United States without incident or conflict. When the Iranian team began playing, all the chants against them turned into a single song. The fans became the country, they became the team, and they stood behind Team Melli. This is the power of football. The Iranian team received visas to enter because football is about peace. It’s not about politics. Football is about unity, not division. Football is bigger than hate and discrimination.

“Countries facing serious health issues or other challenges were granted visas. Their teams competing and fans cheering filled millions of people back home with hope and, if only for a moment worth eternity, with joy and pride.

“You mentioned the few people denied visas and overlooked the millions who were approved, from all parts of the world. Because football unites the world, and it was demonstrated impressively this summer.

“Or when football brought Haiti to the world, a country that many cannot or choose not to visit, it might be time to set aside your pens and keyboards and show some respect to the teams that played with their hearts, that competed hard, the countries that contributed, the fans who traveled, and the children from everywhere who want to dream big. Maybe it’s time to show some love.”

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