Terrelle Pryor Sues NCAA Over NIL Use

Former Ohio State quarterback Terrelle Pryor has filed a class-action lawsuit against Ohio State University, the NCAA, the Big Ten, and Learfield Communications, seeking compensation for the use of his name, image, and likeness (NIL) during his college career. Pryor's suit claims that these entities have violated the Sherman Act, an antitrust law, by profiting from student-athletes' NIL without compensation. The lawsuit highlights that Pryor and other athletes were unable to monetize their publicity rights due to NCAA rules in place prior to 2016 and alleges ongoing misuse of Pryor's NIL in commercial advertisements. It seeks both monetary restitution and an injunction against further unauthorized use. Pryor's legal action aligns with recent lawsuits by other athletes, including Reggie Bush, challenging the NCAA's historical NIL policies. This lawsuit underscores broader ongoing debates about fair compensation for college athletes.