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31 minutes ago, LZIp said:

Any estimate at all on the $$ involved ?

A former member of the school's administration told me that all of the Zips MBB starters were making at least $18K a year this season.  He was concerned that Freeman might bounce for a bigger payday like Ali Ali did.  I have not located any specifics to confirm or refute this statement.

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12 minutes ago, Zip JD said:

A former member of the school's administration told me that all of the Zips MBB starters were making at least $18K a year this season.  He was concerned that Freeman might bounce for a bigger payday like Ali Ali did.  I have not located any specifics to confirm or refute this statement.

Thanks. It can range so widely. Honestly if that is the case, much better than I would have thought.

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Here is the marketplace. 

 

https://opendorse.com/akron-zips?athlete_page=2

 

As far as commercials/ads, I don't know where that information can be found. I know I've seen X and Freeman in at least one each. The NIL money most talked about are the P5s when they get involved with a car dealership or something that pays hundreds of thousands if not more. It's basically a salary for playing (insert sport but mostly football) at (insert school here but mostly P5). What will throw a wrench into this for athletes is if the stars like Jaxon Smith-Njigba continue to collect massive amounts of money and not play. Otherwise, the key with NIL was opening up the opportunity for these young adults to earn an income on the side - i.e. YouTube revenue, merchandise/clothing, cameos, etc. That's what was broken about the NCAA system. These kids were unable to earn any sort of side income. 

 

Take a look at Linguard's profile on that marketplace linked above. Coming from Florida, they probably gave him the masterclass on how to maximize the financial opportunity. $170 for a sales pitch, for example. Good for him, and good for these young adults.

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The Buffalo exodus has begun. Devin Ceaser, Kidtrell Blocker, Zid Powell have portal'd.

 

Miami's Javin Etzler, who has played 30 games over 4 seasons, is in the portal.

 

BG's Rashaun Agee, a decent player, has entered.

 

Miller, Bass, Zarzuela, Drummond from CMU, though Bass isn't appearing as officially entering, IIRC he made his own announcement.

 

6 Georgia State players have entered

 

Someone named Jarred Logan from Kent

 

Quiet on the MAC front for now, awaiting exit interviews I'm sure.

 

 

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Just now, zippy5 said:

I'd take Zid Powell

 

He certainly passes the eye test. And the numbers test. A little trigger happy from 3, shooting 15-85 on the year. But 51% from 2, finishes at the rim and can draw fouls. He shot a ton of FTs, hitting at 80%. Averaged 4 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals. I'm sure Groce will give him a call to test the waters. 

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32 minutes ago, LoyalZIP said:

Another from CMU. Nick Pavrette. 
 

Lots of Butler guys in there as well. 

some programs will be decimated.  No one from EMU so far.

I don't know how the players and coaches can navigate the portal.  Too many players.  Too many schools.  Too many options.  

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I'd respect Groce's decision if he wanted Ali back. That being said if John called to make the decision I'd say good luck somewhere else. Not because he left, but because he is soft on defense, rebounding and character.

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11 hours ago, Zippy87 said:

Not saying this is happening/will happen, but would you welcome Ali back?

 

He'd be a Zip so I guess I would cheer for him from the stands as he played, but deep in my calloused heart I would not completely buy in.  He had very few offers coming out of high school yet Groce recruited him, brought him in and helped make him into a valuable player on a tournament qualifying team.  He cast that good treatment and effort aside.  That's certainly his decision to make but it casts light on his sense of loyalty and I prefer kids who buy in 100%.

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