UNLV QB leaves program, hints at NIL dispute

Sep 25, 2024, 03:19 AM ETUNLV starting quarterback Matthew Sluka said he will not play any more games this season for the undefeated Rebels, citing “certain representations” not being upheld by the program.Sluka announced his decision in a social media post late Tuesday night and added that he will use his redshirt this year.”I committed to UNLV based on certain representations that were made to me, which were not upheld after I enrolled,” Sluka posted on X. “Despite discussions, it became clear that these commitments would not be fulfilled in the future. I wish my teammates the best of luck this season and hope for the continued success of the program.”pic.twitter.com/oK5BDRpoxK— Matthew Sluka (@MatthewSluka) September 25, 2024 Sluka did not detail the reasons behind his decision, but college athletes are now routinely being paid for their name, image and likeness by companies or third-party organizations called collectives, which serve a particular school’s athletes.NCAA…