Before, the situation was all about the line regarding amateurism. In previous years, a guy like Rondo would lose his college edibility the moment he signed with an agent or took benefits with a pro team. Now that the NIL is in place, does this even apply anymore?
If not, how fascinating would it be if some of our older players (who could likewise use the cash) were able to finish up the rest of their college eligibility after their pro careers are done. They could finish their degree while playing at UK for a few hundred thousand dollars/year.
Guys like Rondo, Patterson, even guys like James Young and Archie Goodwin whose pro careers derailed a bit. They might be able to make more playing for Kentucky than what they get overseas.
If not, how fascinating would it be if some of our older players (who could likewise use the cash) were able to finish up the rest of their college eligibility after their pro careers are done. They could finish their degree while playing at UK for a few hundred thousand dollars/year.
Guys like Rondo, Patterson, even guys like James Young and Archie Goodwin whose pro careers derailed a bit. They might be able to make more playing for Kentucky than what they get overseas.