Sports & NIL

Short answer: Before committing is usually the best time, especially when a deal grants long-term rights, exclusivity or complicated payment and termination terms.

Bring the full proposed agreement, any side letters and a summary of existing commitments. Review who can use your name, image or content, what you must deliver, when you are paid and how the relationship can end. Ask school compliance about current requirements when relevant.

A signed agreement can still be reviewed to understand obligations or options, though changes may require the other party’s agreement. Agree on the scope and fee for either kind of review.

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