Deion Sanders Calls for NIL Salary Cap Following Texas Tech’s $28M Fund Revelation, While Urban Meyer Urges Players to Aim Higher

Amid the ongoing speculation about Deion Sanders' health, Coach Prime appears revitalized and poised to guide the Colorado Buffs into the upcoming season. After missing several public engagements, he participated in Big 12 Media Day last week, an event that ignited his motivation to advocate for further resources from the university. Notably, Sanders recently received a lucrative contract, and several staff members have also secured significant compensation. During the Media Day, Coach Prime expressed concern about Colorado's financial capacity, especially regarding NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals. Envious of the Texas Tech Red Raiders' impressive $28 million NIL budget, he stressed the necessity for a salary cap in college football to foster competitive parity. Sanders lamented current disparities, especially when lesser players command excessive salaries elsewhere, jeopardizing Colorado's recruiting potential. In contrast, former coach Urban Meyer remains skeptical about instituting an NIL cap, asserting it would be unfeasible due to varying financial landscapes among schools.

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