Family of Faizon Brandon, Number One Football Recruit in America, Sues the State Over NIL Policy

What is the NIL Policy?

The NIL (name, image, and likeness) policy is a recent change in NCAA regulations that allows college athletes to profit from their NIL. This means that athletes can now sign endorsement deals, appear in commercials, and otherwise use their name and image for financial gain.

Why is the Brandon Family Suing?

The Brandon family is suing the state because they believe that the NIL policy violates the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment. They argue that the policy discriminates against athletes from low-income families, who may not have the same opportunities to profit from their NIL as athletes from wealthy families.

What is the Potential Impact of the Lawsuit?

If the Brandon family is successful in their lawsuit, it could have a major impact on the NIL policy. It could lead to the policy being struck down, or it could lead to changes being made to the policy to make it more equitable.

Additional Information

• The NIL policy was adopted by the NCAA in June 2021.
• The policy allows athletes to profit from their NIL in a variety of ways, including endorsement deals, appearances, and social media posts.
• The Brandon family is represented by the law firm of Morgan & Morgan.