Student-athletes say profiting from their name and image is ‘overdue’

A new Florida act may allow student-athletes to profi t from their name and likeness. FAU athletes seem to be on board, but administration sees pontential problems for the program.

Redshirt Sophomore safety Ahman Ross. Photo by Alex Liscio.One of the more debated topics in the world of collegiate athletics is if student-athletes should be able to profit off of their name and likeness. This can include having their names on a jersey or appearing in a video game. On Sept. 23, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the “Fair Pay to Play Act” into law.

When the bill goes into effect in 2023, California college athletes gain the ability to make money based on their image and even sign to endorsement…