If a kid is a top recruit with a big NIL package
by Nyirish08 (2022-05-11 19:47:40)

In reply to: Realistically how many more scholarships would happen?  posted by OITLinebacker


Couldn't they simply not give them scholarships, have them be preferred walk-ons, and siphon some money to "tuition" payments?
Seems like there's already a workaround or two.


with class sizes 30-40 that yields 120-175+ on the roster
by OITLinebacker  (2022-05-12 08:20:50)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

5-6+ deep on all of the position slots. There would have to be one hell of a NIL to keep the guys who aren't likely to crack the 2 deep. Maybe, maybe a few elite schools/coaches can convince guys to remain in the "system" for a chance to play for a championship/draft slot senior year. The transfer portal will see a lot of disgruntled players, with fewer options of places to go if most teams have an overstuffed depth chart. FCS and D2/D3 schools might have a harder time getting recruits out of high school, but they might have an avenue for filling out a very competitive roster filled with transfers.