September 2010, Sports Law
Green Suspension for Jersey Sale Raises Concern
A.J. Green's four-game suspension for selling his jersey to a supposed agent seems a bit harsh when NCAA schools reap millions from merchandise sales. According to MSNBC's Darren Rovell there needs to be some way for student-athletes to share in these merchandise sales.
While Green has been apologetic for selling his Independence Bowl jersey to a person the NCAA terms an agent, which resulted in a four-game suspension, many — including Rovell — haven’t been so gracious towards the NCAA’s hypocrisy. To read more, click here.



