10 NIL Contract Red Flags Student Athletes Miss (FREE)

Description

10 NIL Contract Red Flags Student Athletes Miss is a free educational resource that highlights common issues athletes may encounter when reviewing Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) agreements. NIL deals can create exciting opportunities, but some contain terms that may affect an athlete’s rights, opportunities, or eligibility.

This short read outlines 10 common contract red flags, including perpetual rights, vague morality clauses, overbroad exclusivity, and unclear compensation. Each section provides plain-language explanations of what these terms mean and why athletes should be aware of them.

Designed for student athletes, families, and advisors, this resource helps readers better understand the types of provisions that can appear in NIL contracts.

What You Will Encounter:

• Basic summaries of contract language that could impact NIL rights

• Examples of terms that may affect compensation or future opportunities

• Why written agreements and compliance language are important to understand

Whether you are exploring your first NIL opportunity or want to learn more about the NIL landscape, this guide offers a practical overview of issues to watch for.

Disclaimer: This material is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.