U.S. District Court Judge Claudia Wilken has given preliminary approval for the $2.8 billion antitrust settlement involving the NCAA, but it hinges on the alteration of roster limit terms. The current proposal, which suggests limits on the number of athletes per sport, has raised concerns about its negative impact on existing Division I players and athletes previously cut from teams. The NCAA's argument against adjusting these limits to protect affected athletes has been deemed insufficient, emphasizing that the disruptions stem from their decisions. Critics highlight the proposed limits may harm walk-ons and programs vital for Olympic sports.
The NCAA and attorneys for plaintiff student athletes have 14 days to change the roster limit terms in the House v. NCAA settlement or face a judge's denial of approval.
Judge Claudia Wilken's preliminary approval of the $2.8 billion antitrust settlement is contingent on modifying roster limit terms to protect affected athletes from roster caps.
Wilken stated that the NCAA's concerns about phasing in limits and grandfathering athletes won't justify approval of the current settlement agreement.
The proposed roster limits could negatively impact walk-on athletes and programs feeding Olympic sports, sparking criticism over the terms of the settlement.
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