5 hours ago, Brown said:

I’m not upset at Gavin, but I Am at the coaches of Rutgers…slimy.

 

5 hours ago, Killowatt59 said:

I'd be surprised if lasts at Rutgers.

I agree.

While this is obviously the first time this NIL deal has been involved. The situation extends a local pattern of athletes doing this type of thing. There have been several across multiple sports in the 17 years I’ve lived here and 8 years that I’ve followed closely who have jumped ship on their teammates.

Yet there’s been one (maybe 2) who have made it to pro level. That’s Aric Holman. The second would be Kishawn Walker who the locals all seem to talk about, I believe played in the NFL, but I’m unsure if he’s a true local talent or just played college ball at KWC.

 

I’m late to the thread… is there a reason it’s happening now? Is it because of the Rutgers school calendar?

Not just with Gavin, but all athletes, I hope the NIL deals aren’t the only reason for some their decisions. It’s hard to pass up some deals, but it becomes much more of a business once the jump is made from high school to college. 

Feel like this thread is assuming 100,000 was all that was offered. I have a gut feeling it’s closer to 500,000. I have no idea the amount, but imagine turning that down… spoiler you wouldn’t. 

28 minutes ago, gcbleedblue said:

Feel like this thread is assuming 100,000 was all that was offered. I have a gut feeling it’s closer to 500,000. I have no idea the amount, but imagine turning that down… spoiler you wouldn’t. 

I agree.  And I hope it is that big.

So the highest bidder gets the best players now?

4 hours ago, The Flea Market said:

So the highest bidder gets the best players now?

Right, nothing’s changed.

19 minutes ago, wrn1979 said:

Right, nothing’s changed.

I would say it has changed because it is out in the open now.

 

18 minutes ago, BBN_34 said:

 

That is a different take!

25 minutes ago, BBN_34 said:

 

Getting away from Big Blue Nation. Don't blame him. I'd like to be away from them myself. ?

Just now, Tigerpride94 said:

Getting away from Big Blue Nation. Don't blame him. I'd like to be away from them myself. ?

After watching the game yesterday I am not so sure.  Again, it was only one game but if you base UK on that one game they have the potential to become a QB Factory. 

4 minutes ago, theguru said:

After watching the game yesterday I am not so sure.  Again, it was only one game but if you base UK on that one game they have the potential to become a QB Factory. 

I referencing the fan base. Lol. I agree, that new offensive coordinator a serious upgrade.

Just now, Tigerpride94 said:

I referencing the fan base. Lol. I agree, that new offensive coordinator a serious upgrade.

I don't even know, was the "fan base" toxic towards Wimsatt?

1 minute ago, theguru said:

I don't even know, was the "fan base" toxic towards Wimsatt?

They did try and destroy a referee's business which spurred a lawsuit so I could see it. I was harassed driving to UofL vs UK game in Lexington one year. Report could be inaccurate but also believable.

2 hours ago, theguru said:

After watching the game yesterday I am not so sure.  Again, it was only one game but if you base UK on that one game they have the potential to become a QB Factory. 

I don’t trust Stoops - He is too much if a defensive coach.  He’s done well, but don’t come to UK if you are a top tier QB no way.  I’m glad Gavin went to Rutgers- great recruiting class and a chance at a diverse offense in a great conference.