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 arguably the most successful coach when it comes to roster management, believes it’s only the beginning of such issues. “I can tell you that I don’t think it will be the last,” Smart said on Wednesday, asked about the unintended consequences of recent NIL and transfer legislation, the way we’re moving into this abyss of the unknown.” Hours later, it was learned

USC defensive tackle Bear Alexander is planning to redshirt after not getting the snaps he felt owed.If the alarm bells weren’t going off in coaches’ offices after UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka indicated Tuesday he’s leaving his program over unmet financial promises, Alexander’s decision to quit over playing time surely got their attention. If such things happen at USC and UNLV, why couldn’t the same or similar circumstance arise with a player — or players — in their respective locker rooms? And what plans might programs put in place to prevent NIL-related attrition?I’m not sure there’s any real safeguards,” said Tennessee coach Josh Heupel, whose school recently announced its fans will pay a 10-percent talent fee increase on 2025 season ticket renewals to help pay the athletes. “NIL is certainly a component of today’s world, the landscape of collegiate athletics, not just football. At the end of the day, it’s really important that you have the right people in the building, that care about their teammates and guys around them and love competing.” Simple math suggests there’s unrest in every football locker room, a select few unhappy with roles and considering more lucrative opportunities.