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This chaotic situation isn’t isolated to just players; it also suggests a managerial struggle within athletic departments. With many schools feeling a financial crunch and unable to meet NIL obligations, the disparities in funding and commitments often fall disproportionately on players who are caught in the middle. Coaches, such as Mike Norvell at Florida State, find themselves compromising their salaries to ensure that they can field a competitive roster, revealing the immense pressure felt at all levels.