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College sports sees pivotal moment as Senate looks to move legislation on NIL, transfers across goal line

Congress could determine the future of college sports.Thursday was a seminal day as to whether Congress can either salvage – or potentially ruin – intercollegiate athletics. It’s a congressional Hail Mary as senators address name, image and likeness (NIL) deals for athletes, compensation packages and transfers between schools. "College sports is in crisis," declared Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz, R-Texas."There's a sense of urgency in that room you can feel it, right? You've got to do something rapidly," said Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colo.TED CRUZ, MARIA CANTWELL UNVEIL BIPARTI...