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California Judge Delays Decision on $20.5M Athlete Payments

4/8/2025

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A California judge is weighing the House v. NCAA settlement that could pave the way for college athletes to receive direct payments, beginning with a substantial $20.5 million this summer. However, concerns about roster limits and unclear damage calculations linger. Judge Claudia Wilken has called for amendments, which may push the final decision back by weeks.

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A California judge is weighing the House v. NCAA settlement that could pave the way for college athletes to receive direct payments, beginning with a substantial $20.5 million this summer. However, concerns about roster limits and unclear damage calculations linger. Judge Claudia Wilken has called for amendments, which may push the final decision back by weeks.