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College Football Rivalries Diminished by Transfers and NIL

1/4/2026

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The author expresses deep concern about college football, focusing on how the transfer portal and NIL affect traditional rivalries.
They argue that transferring players between rival schools, such as Texas and Oklahoma, diminishes the significance of these matchups.
The author reminisces about a past when rivalries held more meaning for players.
The article reflects a right-leaning perspective and urges a return to the sport's former values.

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Story summary

The author expresses deep concern about college football, focusing on how the transfer portal and NIL affect traditional rivalries.
They argue that transferring players between rival schools, such as Texas and Oklahoma, diminishes the significance of these matchups.
The author reminisces about a past when rivalries held more meaning for players.
The article reflects a right-leaning perspective and urges a return to the sport's former values.