Ravens GM Sounds Alarm on NIL (Low Intent)

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As the NFL enters a new era, the shifting sands of college football are reshaping the draft landscape. The growing influence of NIL has created a massive power shift, and Ravens GM Eric DeCosta is leading a chorus of executives who are worried about a major problem. 

We aren't just talking about a minor imbalance; teams are now officially red-flagging what they see as the system's biggest drawback.

With Less Than a Week to the Draft, Ravens GM Warns of Biggest NIL Consequences

The evolving landscape of college football, particularly the rise of NIL, appears to be having an adverse impact on the draft.

NIL is beginning to shape the NFL Draft, as veteran college players weigh the decision to declare. What’s your opinion…..

• The Giants have traded three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals in a deal that will include the 10th overall pick going to New York.

• There are rumors that the Kansas City Chiefs might be in trade talks with the Arizona Cardinals and Tennessee Titans to explore the possibility of moving up in round one of the 2026 NFL Draft next week.

• Significant talk is building around the Arizona Cardinals taking Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love at No. 3 to revitalize their backfield.

• Steelers owner Art Rooney II has effectively ended the speculation linking Alabama QB Ty Simpson to Pittsburgh in the first round. Speaking to the media, Rooney stated it’s "probably not going to be a quarterback" for the Steelers at No. 21.

• The Detroit Lions are actively scouting top safeties to provide insurance for Brian Branch, who is recovering from a torn Achilles sustained during a game in December 2025.

The NFL is currently locked in its second-longest drought of first-time Super Bowl winners. Since the Philadelphia Eagles secured their first ring in February 2018, the Vince Lombardi Trophy has been hoisted by franchises who have already won before. Following Seattle’s victory in Super Bowl LX, we have now reached 8 consecutive seasons without a new champion.

This leaves us just one season shy of the all-time record of nine, set between 1988 and 1996. For the 12 NFL franchises still hunting for their first title, the "Champions Club" has never felt more exclusive.

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