Date: September 25, 2024, 4:00 PM GMT
Executive summary: UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka has abruptly ended his season, citing unfulfilled NIL promises. The news has shocked the college football world, with many questioning the future of the sport in the age of NIL. Sluka’s decision has sparked a debate about the role of NIL in college athletics, with some arguing that it is creating a system where players are being exploited. Others argue that NIL is a necessary step towards giving athletes more control over their own careers.
UNLV QB Matthew Sluka Quits Team
UNLV QB Matthew Sluka quits team in middle of undefeated season: ‘More money’
UNLV starting quarterback Matthew Sluka has left the team, citing unfulfilled NIL promises. Sluka, who led the Rebels to a 3-0 start, announced his decision on social media, saying that he was "leaving the team effective immediately" because "certain representations were not upheld after I enrolled at UNLV." Sluka’s father, Bob, told ESPN that his son was verbally promised a minimum of $100,000 from a local car dealership, but that the deal never materialized. The family is now exploring legal options.
New York Post (3 hours ago)
UNLV QB Matthew Sluka leaving team because ‘representations’ that ‘were not upheld’
UNLV starting quarterback Matthew Sluka is leaving the team because of alleged unfilled "commitments" made to him when he transferred to the school, according to a statement released by his family.
On3.com (4 hours ago)
UNLV QB Matthew Sluka quits team, apparently over unfulfilled NIL promises
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka is leaving the team after three games and is reportedly looking for a new home.
NBC Sports (1 hour ago)
It Was Only a Matter of Time: UNLV QB Quits Because His NIL Deal Falls Through
The UNLV Rebels are undefeated, with quarterback Matthew Sluka under center. He is now redshirting due to his NIL commitments not being met.
Athlon Sports (4 hours ago)
UNLV QB Matthew Sluka’s sudden redshirt, intent to enter transfer portal is a major shift in college football
UNLV starting quarterback Matthew Sluka announced on social media Tuesday night that he won’t play any more games for the Rebels and has opted to use his redshirt.
247Sports (1 hour ago)
Reactions to Sluka’s Departure
UNLV QB Matthew Sluka Enters Transfer Portal Stream of …
Dennis Dodd and Chris Hummer join Zach Aldridge to discuss UNLV QB Matthew Sluka entering the transfer portal.
CBS Sports (23 minutes ago)
UNLV starting QB will no longer play due to ‘representations’ …
Dennis Dodd and Chris Hummer join CBS Sports HQ to discuss UNLV starting QB Matthew Sluka choosing to no longer play for the school due to ‘representations’ …
CBS Sports (21 minutes ago), 11:11
Georgia’s Kirby Smart weighs in on UNLV QB Matthew Sluka situation, players opting out mid-season
Two-time national championship Georgia coach Kirby Smart worries for sport’s future.
Footballscoop (7 minutes ago)
Kirby Smart, Brian Kelly react to Matthew Sluka redshirting: How to fix NIL, promote revenue shares
The two SEC head coaches think schools need to have a chance to get some contractual protections for this problem to diminish.
On3.com (7 minutes ago)
Analysis of the Situation
UNLV QB Matthew Sluka QUIT Over NIL?
UNLV QB Matthew Sluka QUIT Over NIL?
Unafraid Show with George Wrighster (9 hours ago), 1:00
UNLV QB Matt Sluka Quits Team After Three Games Due To Broken Promises, Shocking The College Football World
The seedy side of NIL has reared its ugly head and UNLV now has a quarterback problem.
OutKick (4 hours ago)
UNLV QB Matt Sluka Quits Team Over NIL?
Matt Sluka is abandoning his undefeated football team in a dispute over NIL money. Is this the start of a troubling trend for college football?
Jason Whitlock (4 hours ago)
In the case of UNLV vs. its starting quarterback, no one comes away looking good
Matthew Sluka leaving UNLV’s team in the middle of the night — literally — provokes far more questions than answers. On the FootballScoop Podcast,
Footballscoop (1 hour ago)
Media Coverage
Brett Favre’s DEVASTATING Diagnosis | UNLV QB Matt Sluka …
… Matt Sluka is abandoning his undefeated football team in a dispute over NIL money. Is this the start of a troubling trend for college football?
YouTube (3 hours ago), 12:41
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka abruptly ends season
UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka shocked the college football world on Tuesday, announcing he was ending his season at UNLV after just three games.
YouTube (48 minutes ago), 2:41
UNLV’s starting QB, Matthew Sluka, just left the team. The …
DJ & PK reacted to the news of UNLV Rebels starting quarterback Matthew Sluka deciding to leave the team and redshirt this season as he seeks another …
YouTube (36 minutes ago), 9:13
Kiper shocked over UNLV QB’s decision to quit over NIL
Mel Kiper Jr. discusses the new era of college football after UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka decided to redshirt midseason over NIL disagreements.
ESPN (3 hours ago), 2:14
‘Hour 2: What is Trending | BYU a Big 12 Contender …’
Hour two of DJ & PK for September 25, 2024: • What is Trending • Hot Takes or Toast • Matthew Sluka makes college football waves.
YouTube (1 hour ago), 44:27
‘What is Trending: Brett Favre has Parkinson”s Disease …’
What is Trending: Brett Favre has Parkinson’s Disease | Matthew Sluka bolts UNLV | Kawhi Leonard … No views · 4 minutes ago DJ & PK …more.
YouTube (43 minutes ago), 14:25
Social Media Buzz
‘"Former UNLV QB Matthew Sluka”s NIL representation …’
"Former UNLV QB Matthew Sluka’s NIL representation, Marcus Cromartie of Equity Sports, told ESPN that Sluka was verbally promised a minimum of $100,000 from a …
Reddit (3 hours ago)
[Rittenburg] Bob Sluka, father of UNLV QB Matthew …
[Rittenburg] Bob Sluka, father of UNLV QB Matthew Sluka, told ESPN that his son’s agents agreed to an NIL deal with the school back in February, …
Reddit (3 hours ago)
‘Free Talk Wednesday – September 25, 2024 : r/barstoolsports’
… Matt Sluka: Don’t let yourself get attached to anything you are not willing to walk out on in 30 seconds flat if you feel the heat around the corner.
Reddit (3 hours ago)
UNLV’s starting QB says he will no longer play over ‘ …
No he was told he would get x and coach tried to say well the NIL shouldn’t have told you that but he knew what number NIL told Matt. … Thanks Sluka – I …
Reddit (2 hours ago)
‘Waiver Wire Wednesday : r/TheSantaAnaWinds’
in 15m •. Matt Sluka to Notre Dame I’m hearing. Upvote 4. Downvote … 29m ago •. Not surprised by this Sluka news. A Kellenberg man and Holy Cross graduate …
Reddit (2 hours ago)
