FolksTalkinSports

We're credentialed media members discussing sports with our colleagues in the business. Part of The Houston Roundball Review media group.

[FolksTalkinSports @FolksTalkSports]

ICYMI, ep 141 of FTS is posted. @TheHRReview, @WillGibson7, @ad_moore64 and @KPulliams discuss the NBA, NFL, college football and more.

@YouTube: https://t.co/P0mWm7aTg8

[Pete Thamel @PeteThamel]

NEWS: The Oklahoma Attorney General's office issued a rebuttal letter to the Texas AG's office's letter to the Big 12. Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond says that the idea that Big 12 may not sanction its members is “facially absurd” and says Texas Tech’s actions have “constituted a shameful chapter in the story of college football.” Per me and @max_olson.

[Matt Young @Chron_MattYoung]

Yes, UH is bringing back those Oilers throwbacks, although these are slightly altered and it's called "Houston Blue." Most importantly, the merch is available to buy. @Joseph_Duarte with the scoop. https://t.co/VJJOgqJ8Do via @houstonchron

[FolksTalkinSports @FolksTalkSports]

The Miner's just played an exhibition in Chihuahua. Here's why and how: https://t.co/SnyF5T3pDr via @MattBrownEP

[Steve Berkowitz @ByBerkowitz]

Houston Christian University has filed motion with 9th Circuit to voluntarily dismiss its appeal regarding the House-NCAA case without prejudice. James Sears Bryant, a lawyer for the school, says HCU will look at remedies in other courts.

[FolksTalkinSports @FolksTalkSports]

I don't see any practical reform steps that can withstand lawsuits without Congress...even employment. https://t.co/5BAFJJRAVG via @MattBrownEP

[FolksTalkinSports @FolksTalkSports]

Tennessee Volunteers Launch Exclusive NIL Content Platform
https://t.co/oOgTDWE6hH

[FolksTalkinSports @FolksTalkSports]

"The Cemo family’s generosity demonstrates a deep commitment to the future of UH Athletics, particularly our football program," said UH Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Eddie Nuñez.
https://t.co/soLU3ocTA9

[Pete Nakos @PeteNakos]

The change comes as the House v. NCAA settlement moves forward.

With revenue sharing on track to start in the 2025-26 academic year, a new binding agreement is needed.

[FolksTalkinSports @FolksTalkSports]

Sports fans will pay up to attend ‘must-see’ events and once-in-a-lifetime experiences https://t.co/PyplxdHbyE - via @HowieLongShort

[On3 NIL @On3NIL]

Judge Claudia Wilken has preliminarily approved the House v. NCAA settlement in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California.

If ultimately approved, schools will be allowed to share $22 million in rev. share with athletes.

More: https://t.co/BhCCgwXHW0

[Houston Football @UHCougarFB]

MrDPOTW ✌🏽

@Atwice_ earns @Big12Conference Defensive Player of the Week after his two INT, seven tackle game at TCU.

[Big 12 Conference @Big12Conference]

Week 6️⃣ #Big12FB @totinos Defensive Player of the Week

A.J. Haulcy | @UHCougarFB

[FolksTalkinSports @FolksTalkSports]

Postgame comments from Willie Fritz, Houston Cougars Football Head Coach, after the Coogs' 30-19 road win over the TCU Horned Frogs.

Watch on @YouTube (w/ time stamps):
​https://t.co/qbzROshAvC

[FolksTalkinSports @FolksTalkSports]

The University of Kansas athletic department is expected to pay consulting firm Deloitte $200,000 for approximately five months of work as part of what KU has called a “first-of-its-kind collaboration.” https://t.co/of4m8Aidgr

[FolksTalkinSports @FolksTalkSports]

Suddenly a juggernaut, UConn football favored to win out by ESPN
https://t.co/QQF4eh3k0b

[Pete Nakos @PeteNakos]

Will this get approved? Or will Judge Wilken not be impressed and eventually assign a trial date?

That's the $2.8 billion question.

[Matt Brown IS OUT OF OFFICE @MattBrownEP]

NEW EXTRA POINTS:

I actually don't think situations like UNLV QB Matt Sluka will become way more common.

To me, this entire thing makes just about everybody involved look bad...and I'm not even sure standardized contracts could have prevented this mess
https://t.co/IWKt4XIMoY

[FolksTalkinSports @FolksTalkSports]

Excellent work, @DanielLibit. Bravo.
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[Daniel Libit @DanielLibit]

NEW: Without Houston @CoachSampsonUH's initial buy-in, the Players Era Festival may have struggled to launch this year.

Here's how Sampson was sold on the NIL-paying 🏀MTE, featuring an April Zoom call he mistakenly thought Jeff Zucker was apart of. 👇

https://t.co/GAepoH0dfw

[Michael McCann @McCannSportsLaw]

Very good observation by @TomMarsLaw . Another sign, too, that college sports are now pro sports, regardless of what happens with the House settlement. The amateurism ship has sailed away and isn't returning. https://t.co/ZM5J0l8lGQ