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March Madness and NIL: What Student-Athletes and Brands Should Know in 2026

What is NIL?: Right of Publicity Law in NCAA Sports

The photo shows two teams of athletes playing American football wherein the offensive line is lined up across from the defensive line.

The term “NIL” is used frequently in the world of NCAA sports, but what does it mean and how does it affect collegiate athletes?

Experienced Trademark, Copyright, IP, and Business Law Attorneys.

Darkhorse Attorneys is a boutique intellectual property law firm advising and representing clients in intellectual property and business matters. We specialize in trademark, copyright, trade secret, and business law. We especially focus on intellectual property litigation, business litigation, contract law, business planning, and software and technology law.

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