"1. The goal of NIL is a good one, allowing players to get a cut of the money that they make for so many other people. It's a shame that great college players made millions for their colleges but never saw a dime. "

What other people? What millions? Most college athletic departments run in the red. The players are playing a game. I don't have a problem with true NIL, endorsements from local businesses, but there's nothing inherently noble about the goal of pay for play.