Memphis Tigers defensive back Quindell Johnson (15) celebrates after making a play during an NCAA football game against the Navy Midshipmen Sept. 10, 2022, in Annapolis, Md. Johnson, now a safety with the Chicago Bears, was in on the ground floor of Memphis’ NIL program. (Daniel Kucin Jr./AP file)

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