UNLV has created a program called The Vegas Effect to assist its athletes as they become eligible next year to profit off their name, image and likeness.
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Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib’s announcement Monday that he’s gay drew strong support on social media.
Former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue told USA Today that he opposed the Raiders moving to Las Vegas and the league’s growing relationship with gaming companies.
With the ability of college athletes to make money outside of scholarships, the gap between the UNLVs and Alabamas of the world is about to widen.
Jim Fassel, a former coach of the New York Giants who was named NFL coach of the year in 1997 and later finished his career in Las Vegas, has died. He was 71.
Only three UNLV football games have not announced TV and times.
The Raiders will announce transportation and parking plans at Allegiant Stadium at a news conference Thursday morning.