The Contract Conundrum: What Underwood's New Deal Says About College Sports Priorities The University of Illinois' decision to reward Coach Brad Underwood with a new financial deal after his team's impressive run to the NCAA Final Four raises more questions than answers about college athletics priorities.
On its surface, the agreement appears to be a standard extension for a successful coach who has revitalized the program.
However, scratch beneath the surface and it reveals a complex web of motivations that speak volumes about the state of college sports.