NIL

Saldate, one of MSU’s most popular athletes on social media, changed his posting strategy to boost his spirit and brand this season. And it worked.

Why are NIL opportunities different for foreign MSU athletes? We explain.

Athletes come from around the world to go to school and play varsity sports for the Spartans. But that also comes with different rules because of their international status.

The shift in collegiate athletics, allowing athletes to make money off their Name, Image and Likeness (NIL), is something the Spartans hope to become a national lead in.

Current Sports beat reporter Zachary Urbin combs through the complexities of NIL regulation.

Ashton Keys, a 2018 MSU grad, founded Athytic to foster deals between corporations and athletes in college. His portfolio is growing, with more than 1,000 athletes, including some at MSU.

The NCAA’s 2021 change to allow athletes to sign Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals means opportunities to make money off the field. But opportunities came to football and men’s basketball ahead of women’s sports - until this fall.

We've got two fantastic guests joining the hour today!

Darien Harris, former MSU football player, now under Mel Tucker's coaching staff, joins Current Sports for an exclusive sit-down.

James Moore, former MSU fullback great and founder of S.W.A.P. (Speaking With A Purpose) joins the hour!