On the eve of yet another national championship appearance, Alabama coach Nick Saban was asked about how recent name, image and likeness legislation has changed his management of the Crimson Tide this season.
"Well, name, image and likeness is a positive thing for players. They have an opportunity to earn money, which they've always had the opportunity to do. This gives them an opportunity to do it by using their name, image and likeness, which I don't think is a bad thing," Saban told reporters.
More than a dozen Alabama football players inked NIL deals this past summer, including Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Bryce Young, who inked a deal with CAA for his NIL representation.