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Yo Cam, it's not NIL.... It's Gen Z to a tee

Posted by Johnny Salt on 1/25/2026, 22:58:13

New York Giants rookie running back Cam Skattebo is raising concerns about how college athletes’ earnings through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals may be reshaping attitudes among players entering the NFL.

In a recent interview, Skattebo said that the influx of money available to top college athletes has led some young players to arrive in the NFL with a sense of entitlement rather than a willingness to earn their place. He contrasted that mindset with earlier eras, when professional football was often the first time players received significant financial compensation.

Another example of "Entitlement Education"...

Posted by Cheap Seats Shaman *= on 1/25/2026, 23:02:58, in reply to "Yo Cam, it's not NIL.... It's Gen Z to a tee"

They think the world owes them a living.

I swear they teach entitlement in college... I hired and trained recent grads...

Posted by TEXRA on 1/25/2026, 23:18:28, in reply to "Another example of "Entitlement Education"..."

...and I hated it when they were asked to show up on time or do certain types of work and I heard the words "I am a professional accountant." followed by "I should not have to...".

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