Trinidad Chambliss seeks to remain in college over NFL move

University of Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss took legal action to remain in college rather than transitioning to the NFL. This unusual move stems from the changing landscape of American collegiate sports, where top players can now earn millions of dollars while still students.

Following a 2025 federal court ruling resulting from a class-action lawsuit by former players, universities are permitted to pay athletes directly. This follows the 2021 NCAA rule change that allowed Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals, which enabled players to profit from their personal brands. Under the current system, elite college players can earn significant income through NIL contracts and direct university compensation, sometimes exceeding what they might earn in the professional league.