I’m sure there is some element of “when you need it call me” - and they mean it.
Pretty much exactly this ... If Brad comes to them and says I need ____ and I can get said elite player ...
He will have the money ...
Everyone plays the NIL game 2 ways ...
1. They tell you they have WAY more than they have ... Makes them look good until they don't deliver because they don't have the money ... Then kids aren't getting what they were promised and it turns into a crap show ...
2. They tell you they have WAY less than they have ... So you don't view them as a big threat ... Kids get paid what they were promised ... And everyone remains happy ...