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NIL, the transfer portal, and how big money is ruining college sports

Chris Graham
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Chris Graham welcomes Scott German to “Street Knowledge” for a discussion of NIL, the transfer portal, and the perception from some fans that the Wild West atmosphere that they have created will lead to the ruination of college sports.

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Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to Substack or his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].

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