I have no problem with kids getting paid. They’re putting their bodies on the line to bring entertainment to us. Unlike those in charge of the NCAA, making millions/billions off of these kids and reaping the benefits. Especially kids like Ahmmon, who should be in the NFL now making millions, but was medically retired… He would’ve been set for life if he had NIL deals. Luckily, he’s doing fine business wise, but not many others can say that.
I’m not saying don’t pay Rashada or any of these kids. We could’ve told Rashada, yes, here you go, but we haven’t YET. It’s easy for us to say pay them when it’s not coming out of our pockets. Yeah we donate to the school, go to games, etc but those NIL deals, as of now, aren’t coming out of our pockets.
I want us to do what it takes to win. As I’ve said before, Mario has been with two programs knows what it takes to win, in numerous ways. I trust him wholeheartedly. I know ultimately, he’s going to do whatever it takes for us to surpass what Bama has done.