Between the Lines: A Podcast About Sports and the Law

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Hosted by Gabe Feldman--Director of the Tulane Sports Law Program, NFL Network Legal Analyst, and sports industry consultant, this podcast will look at current and breaking stories in the sports world and tell the largely untold (and often misunderstood) legal story behind the headlines. It will also explore significant sports stories and lawsuits that have been overlooked or forgotten. The goal of the podcast is to help people understand why and how each of these stories and cases have had such a big impact on the sports world and beyond. Who is the podcast for? Three audiences: 1) Sports fans who want to understand more about sports. There is a basic fact that gets overlooked by many sports fans: Most of the rules in sports—from salary caps to free agency restrictions to television deals to franchise relocation requirements to NCAA amateurism rules— are the way they are because of the law, and not simply because teams, leagues, or players want them that way. This podcast will help you become a better and more educated sports fan.2) People who may or may not like sports but who want to explore the idea of sports as a mirror of society. This podcast will help us see sports tell us about bigger social, financial and political issues. For example, what can return to play issues for college and pro sports tell us about how we value the health and safety of our students, the role of athletics in education, economic and civil rights, and the role of sports in society generally. 3) My mom. Because she likes to hear me talk.Enjoy...

Gabe Feldman


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    The Between the Lines: A Podcast About Sports and the Law, hosted by Gabe Feldman, is an absolute gem for sports enthusiasts and fans of legal analysis alike. Feldman's interviewing skills are top-notch, as he consistently brings in guests and discusses topics that are relevant to the current moment in sports. The podcast goes beyond what you typically see in mainstream sports media, delving deeper into the intricacies of both sports and the law. It's not just informative - it's also entertaining, thanks to Feldman's humor and charming personality. Even if you're not obsessed with sports, this podcast is still a fascinating listen.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is how well-versed Feldman is in his subject matter. It's evident that he thoroughly enjoys what he's talking about and has a deep understanding of the issues and topics being discussed. This, paired with his ability to educate and entertain, makes for a truly great podcast experience. Whether you're a law student, attorney, or simply interested in seeing another side of the sports business, each episode breaks down the legal issues in today's sports industry in an organized and humorous way. Feldman brings solid insights and practical information that is valuable for anyone interested in the business of sports.

    While there aren't many negative aspects to mention about this podcast, one minor critique could be that some episodes may feel overly focused on niche legal topics within the world of sports law. While they can still be interesting for those specifically interested in these areas, casual listeners may find themselves less engaged during these discussions. However, this is a minor issue overall as there are plenty of other episodes that cover more broad-ranging topics that appeal to a wider audience.

    In conclusion, The Between the Lines: A Podcast About Sports and the Law is highly recommended for anyone looking to dive into the intersection between law and sports. Gabe Feldman's mix of humor and brilliance shines through, making for engaging conversations with important figures in the sports industry. Whether you're interested in the behind-the-scenes workings of sports, or simply enjoy a well-informed and entertaining discussion, this podcast is well worth your time. Overall, Between the Lines is a must-listen for sports fans and legal enthusiasts alike.



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    Ep. 86: Life After House-- What's Next for the NCAA? With the Lead Outside Counsel for the NCAA, Rakesh Kilaru

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 48:56


    Send us a textRakesh Kilaru, lead outside counsel for the NCAA in the House case, rejoins the podcast to talk about how the settlement will be operationalized, the possibility of an appeal of the settlement, why he believes that this settlement will lead to more legal stability for the NCAA, and much more.We will also talk about the new wave of eligibility lawsuits facing the NCAA, and much, much more. Here we go. Welcome back to the podcast, Rakesh. Thank you so much for coming back on. Thanks, Gabe. It's great to be back. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 85: The Fate of College Sports (and the House Settlement) with Steve Molo, Lead Counsel for 100+ Athlete Objectors

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 47:43


    Send us a textOn this episode, we're talking more House settlement—this time I'm joined by Steve Molo, lead counsel for the largest group of athlete objectors. Steve explains why he thinks the settlement should be rejected, possible next steps if the settlement is approved, and much more. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 84: The Latest on the Twists and Turns in the House v. NCAA Settlement with Co-Lead Counsel, Steve Berman

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 42:20


    Send us a textSteve Berman, Co-Lead Counsel for the plaintiff in the House case, rejoins the podcast to discuss the latest developments in the House settlement and the future of college sports. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 83: The College Football Video Game and the Future of College Athlete Group Licensing with Casey Schwab

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 48:16


    Send us a text There is a multi-billion dollar college sports issue that is flying under the radar-- the EA Sports College Football game and group licensing rights for college athletes.I'm joined by Casey Schwab, president and founder of Pathway Sports, a company that is offering every D1 football athlete the chance to participate in the first-ever group licensing program in college sports that will change how, and how much, college athletes get paid.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 82: The Dawn of a New Era in College Sports with Jeffrey Kessler and Rakesh Kilaru

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 45:21


    Send us a textA preview and prediction of the impending House settlement, featuring the lead lawyers from both sides.  Rakesh Kilaru (lead counsel for the NCAA) and Jeffrey Kessler (lead counsel for the House plaintiffs) join me to break down everything you need to know about this historic settlement.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 81: The Doctors are in the House! With Dr. Brian Hainline and Dr. James Borchers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 50:39


    Send us a textOn this episode, we'll be tackling one of the thorniest recurring issues in all of sports, and at every level of sport: what happens when a coach tries to interfere with a team doctor's medical decision about returning a player to the field and about their care and treatment. Joining me to break this down are Dr. James Borchers, longtime head team doctor for Ohio State Athletics, the first ever Chief Medical Officer for the Big 10 Conference, and the President and co-founder of the US Council for Athletes Health; and Brian Hainline, the former Chief Medical Officer of the NCAA and the USTA and a longtime professor of neurology.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 80! Strenuous Objections and the Future of the Proposed House Settlement

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 31:38


     On this episode, we're going to cover...what else?!  The House case and the objections that were recently filed to try to convince Judge Wilkin to reject the proposed settlement.  To help me break it all down, I'm joined by one of the objectors, Len Simon. Len has practiced law for over 50 years, including many sports law cases and many class actions, and he has a lot to say about the proposed settlement. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 79: Sedona Prince and Jim Cavale on the House Settlement, a College Athlete Players Association, and the Rise of Women's Basketball

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 59:58


    On this episode, I'm joined by Sedona Prince and Jim Cavale to talk about Sedona's involvement as a named plaintiff in the House v NCAA case, Jim's role in attempting to create a players association for college athletes, and their view on the role and power of college athletes going forward. We also talk about the growth of women's college basketball. While Caitlin Clark gets a lot of the credit for the explosion in popularity, Sedona's viral Tik Tok video in 2021 is often referred to as the moment that changed the NCAA and women's college basketball forever.  Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 78: The $20 Million Question- Can Schools Share Revenue with their Athletes Without Getting Sued Under Title IX? (Probably Not). With Kelleigh Fagan from CCH&A

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 33:06


    With the dawn of a new era of college sports almost upon us, schools are preparing to share up to $20 million a year with their athletes. Many of these schools appear to be planning to pay football and men's basketball players a large chunk of that $20 million.  How can schools divide up the money between male and female athletes without getting sued under Title IX? To help me break down all of the murky Title IX issues facing universities and how it all might play out, I'm joined by Title IX expert and sports lawyer with CCH& A Law, Kelleigh Fagan. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 77: An Insider's Look at College Coaching Contracts with Rick Smith (and special appearance by Marshall Cox)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 40:26


    We have spent a lot of time on this podcast talking about the future of college athlete compensation.  But on this episode, we're talking about college coaches and their contracts with Rick Smith, president of Priority Sports and agent to many of the top coaches in college and pro football. Rick will give us an insider's perspective on the trends in college coaching contests, where the money is, where the money is going and the key leverage points.  And he gives his perspective on some of the challenges of breaking into the industry as an agent.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 76: Reggie Bush, Terrelle Pryor, Braylon Edwards and other Former College Stars vs. the NCAA! With Jim Acho...

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 25:45


    The House settlement has been preliminarily approved, but the lawsuits have not stopped. Over the last few months, we've seen former college stars, including Reggie Bush, Mario Chalmers, Terrelle Pryor, Braylon Edwards, and Denard Robinson, bring lawsuits claiming that they were and continue to be deprived of their right to earn money for the use of their NIL.Jim Acho, longtime sports law attorney and professor of sports law, represents Mario Chalmers. Braylon Edwards, and other Michigan stars in their lawsuits against the NCAA and the Big Ten. Jim joins the pod to talk about this case, why he thinks his client should win, and why we should expect to see more of these cases down the road.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 75: The House Settlement is Aliiiive! With Rakesh Kilaru, Lead Lawyer for the NCAA

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 27:47


    Judge Wilken granted the much-anticipated preliminary approval of the landmark House v. NCAA settlement, which would usher in a new era of college sports, including revenue sharing with college athletes, the elimination of scholarship limits, and back damages of over $2.7 billion.  Why did the settlement get approved? And what comes next? Rakesh Kilaru, lead lawyer for the NCAA, joins the podcast to break it all downThank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 74: The Latest on the House Settlement with Co-Counsel for the Plaintiffs, Steve Berman

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 32:03


    On this episode, I'm joined by co-lead counsel for the plaintiffs in the House v. NCAA case, Steve Berman. Steve helps break down the latest developments in the House settlement, including why he thinks the settlement will be approved and what the timeline is going forward.  He also gives an incredibly interesting behind-the-scenes look at how the settlement talks played out, and much more...Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 73: The Sports Economics Behind the Massive NCAA and NFL Lawsuits, with Dr. Dan Rascher

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 54:59


    On this episode, I'm joined by one of the most successful and prolific sports economists in the world, Dr. Dan Rascher. Dan has served as an economic expert for the plaintiffs in pretty much every major antitrust suit against the NCAA over the last two decades, including the ongoing House case and the Alston case that went all the way to the Supreme Court. Dan is also one of the experts in the ongoing antitrust lawsuit challenging the NFL Sunday Ticket package.  Dan joins me to talk about these ongoing cases, to break down the big sports law and economics issues, and talks about how you-- yes, you--can carve out a career as a sports economist...Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 72: ESPN NFL Analyst Mike Tannenbaum on the New NFL Season, Bill Belichick joining the 33rd Team, and how his Tulane Law Degree Helped Launch His Career

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 15:44


    Mike Tannenbaum is an NFL Analyst for ESPN, the founder of the 33rd Team, a proud Tulane Sports Law alum, and the former General Manager of the New York Jets and Executive Vice President of the Miami Dolphins.   Mike joins the pod to discuss the new NFL season, Bill Belichick joining the 33rd Team, and how his Tulane Law degree helped launch his career.  Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 71: The House Settlement- The Dawn of a New Era in College Sports? With Sportico's Michael Mcann

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 31:16


    Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 70: A US Sports League Without a Draft? The New NWSL CBA and Why it Might be the Most Significant Paradigm Shift in the History of Pro Sports, with Meghann Burke, NWSLPA Executive Director

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 43:01


    The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) Players Association and the NWSL entered into a historic new collective bargaining agreement that might be the "most significant paradigm shift in the history of professional sports."  Among other things, the new CBA eliminates the player draft, allows all players to become free agents when their contract expires and prohibits player trades without the player's permission.  What does it mean for the future of women's professional soccer, and can a US sports league survive without a draft?  Meghann Burke, the Executive Director the NWSL Players Association joins the pod to break it all down.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Ep. 69: Legendary Sports Lawyer Jeffrey Kessler on the House Settlement

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 31:16


    Jeffrey Kessler, counsel for the plaintiffs in House v. NCAA (and Alston v. NCAA, among many others) rejoins the podcast to discuss the landmark settlement in House, why he thinks it's a huge win for college athletes, what it means for the future of NIL and collectives, how it will impact Olympic sports, what the future of college athlete compensation looks like, and much much more...Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 68: Lead Counsel for the NCAA, Rakesh Kilaru, on what the finalized House settlement means for the future of college sports.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 55:06


    The NCAA and the plaintiffs agreed to the final terms of the settlement in the House (and Hubbard and Carter) antitrust lawsuits.  Rakesh Kilaru, lead counsel for the NCAA, rejoins the pod to break down the settlement and what it means for the future of college sports. We discuss:1) The amount of revenue shared with athletes;2) The new rules for NIL deals and collectives;3) Changes to the scholarship and roster limits;4) The impact on Olympic sports;5) The prospects of stability for college sports;And much more!Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 67: More NIL Lawsuits! Can the Cardiac Wolf Pack Pull off Another Win?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 51:06


    The proposed House settlement will provide billions of dollars of benefits for current, future, and (some) former college athletes, but it provides no compensation for athletes who played before 2016. Two new lawsuits seek to change that by arguing that the NCAA owes compensation to all college athletes who continue to appear in NCAA highlights, videos, and ads on television broadcasts and NCAA.com.  If successful, these lawsuits could open the door to thousands of athletes across several decades receiving NIL compensation. To help break it all down, I'm joined by the lead plaintiff's lawyer on these cases, Elliot Abrams, Partner at Cheshire Parker.  Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 66: The Lead Plaintiff's Lawyer in Johnson v. NCAA Joins to Discuss Johnson v. NCAA!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 65:20


    Paul McDonald, the lead plaintiff's lawyer in Johnson v. NCAA, joins to discuss the Third Circuit's recent and potentially historic decision in...Johnson v. NCAA.  Hear why Paul thinks this case ends up with all Division I athletes becoming employees and what comes next...Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 65: Are College Athletes Employees? The Latest Legal Blow to the NCAA, with Labor Lawyer Josh Nadreau

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2024 46:58


    On this episode, we tackle the recent Third Circuit decision in Johnson vs. NCAA, where the court held that the “frayed tradition of amateurism” does not prevent college athletes from being classified as employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The decision doesn't mean that college athletes ARE now employees, but it means that they could be. What does it all mean and where do we go from here? To help me break it all down, I am joined by Joshua Nadreau, Regional Managing partner and Chair of the Labor Relations Group at Fisher Phillips. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 64: Can the NCAA Prevent Additional Future (or Current!) Antitrust Lawsuits? With Garrett Broshuis, Lead Counsel for the Plaintiffs in Fontenot v. NCAA,

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 37:20


    The NCAA and the Power 5 conferences reached a historic proposed settlement in the House, Hubbard, and Carter cases, that will not only provide over $2.7B in back damages to eligible college athletes who don't opt out of the settlement, and will create a revenue sharing model going forward (among many other things), but will also attempt to limit the possibility of other antitrust lawsuits in the present and the future challenging restrictions on athlete compensation.  One of those other lawsuits is Fontenot vs. the NCAA, an antitrust suit first brought in federal court in Colorado last year by the law firm Korein Tillery, led by Garrett Broshius. Garrett joins the pod to break down why he's bringing the case, how the House settlement impacts his case, his view on the House settlement, and why he's not ready to settle.  Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 63: Breaking down the Landmark House v NCAA Settlement with Rakesh Kilaru, Lead Counsel for the NCAA

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024 39:50


    The NCAA has reached a landmark proposed settlement in its three major antitrust cases that will require the NCAA to pay nearly $2.78 billion in back damages and permit schools to share up to 22% of their revenue with college athletes.  This is arguably the biggest development in the history of college sports. To help break it all down, I'm joined by the lead lawyer for the NCAA, Rakesh Kilaru.  Rakesh walks us through the major terms of the settlement, explains why it happened when it happened, how this will impact future lawsuits against the NCAA, issues that still need to be decided, what it means for the future of the NCAA and the power conferences, and everything else you could possibly want to know.  Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 62: The Future of Sports Gambling with Sara Slane

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 38:51


    I'm joined by the “face of legalized sports betting,” Sara Slane, founder of Slane Advisory and former senior vice president of public affairs at the American Gaming Association. We talk about the future of legalized sports gambling, whether the NCAA should push to ban prop bets on college athletes, and what types of bets the sports books want you to make. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 61: Private Equity, a Football Super Conference, and the Future of College Sports with Casey Schwab

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 32:33


    Part 2 of the conversation with Altius Sports' Casey Schwab. We tackle the potential for private equity in college sports, the possibility of a "super conference," and much more...Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 60: Michael McCann and Warren Zola on College Sports, Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, and Fubo vs. Spulu!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 52:30


    Sportico's Michael McCann and Boston College's Warren Zola join the podcast to talk about all of the latest developments in college sports, the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight, the Fubo vs. Spulu skinny sports bundle antitrust fight, and more!Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 59: The NCAA's Latest Loss in Court and What it Means for the Future of College Sports, with Altius' Casey Schwab

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 47:09


    On February 23, 2024, Judge Clifton Corker of the Eastern District of Tennessee issued a preliminary injunction that prevents the NCAA from enforcing its prohibition on the use of NIL as a recruiting inducement by collectives and third parties.  It's another loss in court for the NCAA, but what does it mean for the future of college sports?  To help break it all down, I'm joined by Casey Schwab, CEO and Founding Partner of Altius Sports Partners.Prior to founding Altius Sports Partners, Casey was the vice president of business & legal affairs at the NFL Players Association, helping lead the NIL program for all NFL players. He began his career in sports media at NFL Media and FOX Sports and has taught at both USC and Howard law schools.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 58: Are College Athlete Unions and Collective Bargaining the Future of College Sports?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 46:54


    On February 5th, 2024, the Regional Director for the National Labor Relations Board in Boston ruled that the Dartmouth men's basketball players are employees and have a right to unionize and collectively bargain over their compensation and other terms and conditions of employment.  This could not only lead to the creation of the first union in the history of college sports, but could also lead to widespread unionization for college athletes across all sports, levels, and divisions.  What are the next steps? What does this mean for the future of college athletics?  To help break it all down, I'm joined by Mark Pearce, the former Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 57: Former NCAA Antitrust Counsel Jeff Mishkin on the NCAA's Antitrust Battles and the Future of College Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 46:34


    Jeff Mishkin, former outside counsel for the NCAA (and former Chief Legal Officer of the NBA and partner at Skadden) joins to break down the NCAA's antitrust battles, the future of the "amateurism" model, and where the NCAA goes from here...Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 56: Sports Law Legend Jeffrey Kessler on the Antitrust Threats Facing the NCAA

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 36:01


    I'm rejoined by Jeffrey Kessler, sports law legend, Co-Executive Chairman of Winston & Strawn, and the lead lawyer on many of the athlete antitrust cases filed against the NCAA (including the Supreme Court victory in Alston and the current House vs. NCAA case). Jeffrey and I talk about all of the many antitrust threats facing the NCAA, including the new suit he filed against the NCAA this week, the total amount of money damages the NCAA faces in the House case, his thoughts on Charlie Baker's new proposal, the prospects of athletes sharing revenue with schools, the possibility of Congress stepping in to help the NCAA, the sustainability of Olympic sports, the future of college sports, and more...Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 55: Mike McCann and Andrew Brandt discuss the "Day it All Changed" for college sports.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 35:06


    On December 5th, 2023,  NCAA President Charlie Baker proposed major changes to the college sports model.  Under proposal, all DI schools would be allowed to do NIL deals directly with their athletes and could offer athletes "any level of enhanced educational benefits they deem appropriate."  The proposal would also create a new subdivision of DI schools that could create a "trust fund" for each athlete of at least $30,000 per year and would allow the schools to create more permissive rules for recruiting, NIL, transfers, roster size, and pay-for-play.What does it all mean and where do we go from here? Michael McCann and Andrew Brandt join the pod to discuss. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 54: The First Ever Sports Law Issues Draft! With Mike McCann and Jeremi Duru.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 51:35


    Sports law giants Mike McCann and Jeremi Duru join the pod for the first ever sports law issues draft! Yes, that's right. Mike, Jeremi, and I draft-- and debate-- the biggest and most important stories in the sports law world.  Let us know who you think has the strongest team...  Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 53: Andrew Brandt on Cheating at Michigan, Deshaun Watson's Contract, and Aaron Rodger's Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 45:07


    Andrew Brandt, sports business expert, joins the podcast to discuss:1) The college football cheating scandal at Michigan;2) Jim Harbaugh's future;3) Deshaun Watson's contract;4) Roger Goodell's contract extension;5) Aaron Rodgers' future;And more...Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 52: Dan & Patrick Join the Pod to Discuss the Latest in Sports and the Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 37:14


    Dan (Wright) and Patrick (Eagan) join the podcast to discuss the latest developments in sports and the law, including:1) Lionel Messi; 2) College sports back in Congress;3) Pat Fitzgerald vs. Northwestern; 4) The NBA's load management problem;5) The Knicks vs. the Raptors in court;6) The future of sports television;7) A 2-hour marathon;8) Bram Van Polen...And more... Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 51: New Orleans Pelicans Preview with Jake Madison

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 38:24


    We're back with a special New Orleans edition of the podcast: A season preview of the New Orleans Pelicans with Jake Madison, the host of Locked on Pels. Jake and I discuss reasons for optimism and pessimism for the Pels, the future of local NBA broadcasts, and our surprise pick for a jersey patch sponsorship.   Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 50! The Sports Law Rundown: Dartmouth Basketball Players Unionizing and the Tiger King Returns!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 30:25


    We're back with the latest episode of the Sports Law Rundown. Everything we think you need to know about the latest in sports and the law, including:1) Dartmouth men's basketball players attempting to unionize;2) The latest development in the Prime Time-aissance at Colorado;3) Mr. Beast and the Hornets;4) Aaron Rodgers and the turf war;5) Jim Trotter vs. the NFL;6) The Washington Football Team sued again;7) The Blind Side's unhappy sequel;8) The Seattle Kraken vs. Smack Apparel;9) The Utah Jazz and the future of sports television;10) Joe Exotic vs. the new Tiger King;11) The WWF and UFC; and...12) Bram Van Polen update.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 49: Professor Jeremi Duru and the Sports Law Rundown!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 52:42


    Professor Jeremi Duru, sports Law Professor at American University and the Director of the Washington College of Law Sport and Society initiative, joins to talk the latest developments in sports and the law, including:1) College sports conference realignment2) NIL3) Sports gambling4) The battle over sports tv rights and ratings5) the Spanish soccer federation saga6) Chess scandals!7) Barbie and Sports8) Bram Van Polen...And more!Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 48: Sports Law Rundown- The latest developments across the sports law world

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 26:48


    Everything you need to know about the latest developments in the sports law world, including:Conference realignmentJim Harbaugh Reggie BushSports gamblingSports gambling hecklingAnother brewing international chess controversyLitigation involving the NFL and Major League BaseballBram Van Polen update  You give us 22ish minutes, we'll give you the sports law world.  Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 47: Oliver Luck on Conference Realignment

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 35:03


    Oliver Luck joins the podcast to discuss the latest in college sports conference realignment Oliver wears many hats in the college sports world, including Chairman of Altius Sports Partners,  Executive Director of the new football partnership between the ASUN Conference and the Western Athletic Conference, and a consultant to several high profile schools eyeing new conferences.  Oliver has also served as Commissioner of the XFL, Executive Vice President for Regulatory Affairs and Strategic Partnerships of the NCAA, Athletic Director of West Virginia University, Chief Executive Officer of the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority, and an NFL QuarterbackThank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 46: The Sports Law Rundown: Everything We Think You Need to Know about the Latest in Sports Law.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 61:41


    Eric Blevins and I are joined by Sydney Williams, Third Year Tulane Sports Law student: On this week's Sports Law Rundown, we cover: The antitrust battle in the baseball card industry;College sports group licensing and the future of the EA Sports games; Ralph Lauren vs. George Gervin;Jack Nicklaus vs. himself; Michael Oher...blindsided;Conference realignment;Cheeseburgers in Michigan;NIL; Betting on ESPN;The unhidden truth about Alvin Kamara;The most popular foods in America, and  Bram Van Polen . Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 45: The Latest Developments in College Sports with NCAA SVP and General Counsel, Scott Bearby; and new NCAA SVP for External Affairs, Tim Buckley

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 41:09


    College sports and the NCAA continue to dominate the headlines.  The NCAA's Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Scott Bearby, and the NCAA's Senior Vice President for External Affairs, Tim Buckley, join the pod to share NCAA's perspective on the latest developments with NIL, possible federal legislation, conference realignment, and more. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 44: Battle Royal: WWE Gets Slammed in Court (with Christine Montenegro, Outside Counsel for MLW Media)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 32:05


    On this episode, I'm joined by Christine Montenegro, partner with the law firm Kasowitz Benson Torres, one of the lead lawyers in MLW Media's antitrust lawsuit against WWE, a case that could have far-reaching implications in the world of professional wrestling and the sports and entertainment industries more broadly.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 43: The Sports Law Rundown!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 66:50


    We're back with everything we think you need to know about sports and the law.  We cover the latest in college sports, the NFL, Major League Baseball tv rights, the Washington Commanders, pickleball, and more!Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 42: The New Orleans Pelicans, Zion Williamson, and the new NBA CBA with Jake Madison

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2023 46:18


    Jake Madison, Host of Locked on Pelicans and Co-Host of Locked on NBA, joins the pod to talk all things New Orleans Pelicans, including Zion Williamson's future, the impact of the new CBA on the Pelicans and other small market teams, and the future of Regional Sports Networks, Bally Sports TV, and local NBA broadcasts.  Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 41: Sports Law Rundown for the Week of June 19th

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 31:22


    The Sports Law Roundup is back. Everything you need to know about the latest developments in the sports law world, including:The PGA-LIV settlement.Jack Daniels vs. Bad SpanielsBrandr vs. EA and Group Licensing for College Football PlayersAn NFL Running Backs' Union?The IRS and NIL CollectivesJa MorantMajor League Wrestling vs. WWERegional Sports Networks and the Future of Sports TelevisionThe Major League Baseball Antitrust ExemptionThank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

    Episode 40: The PGA Tour-LIV Tour Saga with Matt Stoller

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 44:03


    On this episode, I dive into one of the craziest, most sensational sports stories in my lifetime– the PGA Tour, LIV Tour, DP Tour, Saudi Government saga. Joining me to help make sense of it all is one of the dominant voices in antitrust law- Matt Stoller, the Director of Research at the American Economic Liberties Project, the author of the book Goliath:  The Hundred Year War between Monopoly Power and Democracy, and the creator of the monopoly-focused newsletter Big.

    Episode 39: The Sports Law Rundown-- Everything You Need to Know about the Latest in Sports and the Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 21:27


    The Sports Law Rundown returns with Eric Blevins.  Everything we think you need to know about sports and the law.  You give us 22 minutes, we'll give you the sports law world.  Topics include:-- The latest in college sports-- BYU vs. Built Bar!-- The New Orleans Saints Krewe vs. the Tampa Bay Bucs Krewe!-- Bally Sports vs. MLB!-- Shaq vs. A Process Server-- Bram Van Polen vs. The World.

    Episode 38: The Sports Law Rundown! Everything We Think You Need to Know About the Latest in Sports and the Law

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 24:56


    Welcome back to the Sports Law Rundown: everything we think you need to know about the latest developments in sports and the law.  On this episode we tackle:-- College athletes as employees?-- NIL developments in Congress??-- The Ivy League vs...Duke?-- The return of EA Sports College Football-- Brett Favre vs. Pat McAfee-- The LIV Golf Tour-- The Sale of the Washington Commanders-- Rule breaking in the WNBA-- The latest on Matt Araiza-- Varsity Blues Scandal -- Fishing Scandals!-- Bram Van Polen

    Episode 37: The Future of College Football and the Return of EA Sports College Football with Ross Dellenger

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 30:00


    Ross Dellenger, national college football writer for Sports Illustrated, joins the pod to talk all things college football, including the big announcement about the EA Sports College Football game (now with players being paid for the use of their names and likenesses!), conference realignment,  the premature end of the ACC, NIL enforcement , college sports gambling, and the future of college football. 

    Episode 36: Sports Law Rundown- Everything You Need to Know about the Latest in the Sports Law World

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 20:22


    The Sports Law Rundown is back-- Everything I think you need to know about the latest in the sports law-ish world over the last two weeks, including:College sports gambling scandalBig NCAA developmentsName, Image, and Likeness updatesBrett Favre vs. Pat McAfeeBarstool Sports vs. Michael RapaportCharles Oakley vs. James DolanThe future of sports televisionThe PGA TourTrans athletesFans painting rats

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