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Georgia Sues Missouri Player Over NIL Contract

The University of Georgia is suing Missouri football player Damon Wilson for breach of contract over a NIL deal, seeking $390,000. Wilson signed a $500,000, 14-month contract with Georgias NIL collective, receiving one $30,000 payment before transferring. The lawsuit raises questions about the nature of NIL deals and could set a precedent for transfer clauses in athlete contracts.

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