Leadership Atlanta Class of 2011

Darien Mensah was up against the clock to repay Duke, facing restrictions on monetizing his NIL. With his license at stake and time running out, settling with Duke became crucial. The urgency shifted leverage. They got to a settlement? See the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtu.be/75D0_qH7ygQ

What really happened with the NIL contract? The license was exclusive to football and Duke. His NIL rights were stuck there. Plus, there was no buyout provision—meaning the Miami talk was smoke and mirrors. That might have worked in Duke's favor. See the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtu.be/75D0_qH7ygQ

Darian Mensah couldn't just transfer and take his NIL license. Even if he unenrolled, his NIL rights remained exclusive to Duke. Miami could only offer a scholarship, not a NIL deal. These agreements aren't pay-to-play and are more enforceable than you think. See the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtu.be/75D0_qH7ygQ

Two major problems are affecting the NCAA: eligibility and tampering. They've largely ignored tampering because no one wants to accuse others. But Pete Golding unknowingly targeted Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers, bringing the issue to light. See the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtu.be/82k1s-3nf-8

Can former pros like Charles Bediako really come back to college basketball? We break down the NCAA rules, the difference between international and domestic players, and why Bediako's situation is unique. Plus, examples like James Nnaji, Theory Darling, and London Johnson. What do you think? See the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtu.be/tAOpG4HycM8

Ole Miss is facing public accusations of tampering, complete with facts and receipts. The NCAA has a chance to take real action here. If no one speaks up, nothing changes. Now the question is, will they? See the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtu.be/82k1s-3nf-8

The Clemson/Ole Miss Tampering Case: Are college football and basketball descending into total anarchy? Coaches and institutions seem to openly flout the rules, daring the NCAA to take action. What's going on with college sports?See the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtu.be/82k1s-3nf-8

A Clemson signee, Luke Ferrelli, was allegedly tampered with by Ole Miss. Pete Golding texted him a $2 million NIL deal while he was in class! Dabo Swinney believes this is blatant tampering. See the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtu.be/82k1s-3nf-8

Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss, former Division 2 athlete, is suing the NCAA for another year of eligibility, arguing his time at Ferris State shouldn't count. The NCAA denied his request, citing a lack of medical hardship. Now, it's heading to court. See the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtu.be/5kpe284ba9M

63% of athletes entering the transfer portal committed. That leaves 37% uncommitted, sitting on mama's couch. In 2025, thousands entered, and a third didn't find a spot. The portal isn't always a guarantee. See the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtube.com/shorts/exIfxmEsObs?feature=share

The transfer portal: it creates millionaires, and crushes dreams. Remember Demond Williams' drama at Washington? Now Darian Mensah at Duke is being offered millions to switch to Miami. Is any contract sacred anymore? Watch the full podcast - and subscribe - here: https://youtu.be/pw--9d0gwhs