N.C.A.A. Pressures Mississippi on Confederate Emblem on State Flag

By BY ALAN BLINDER from NYT Sports The association’s expanded policy on the Confederate symbol came after the Southeastern Conference urged Mississippi to change its state flag.https://nyti.ms/2YhkhXq

After California Law, Statehouses Push to Expand Rights of College Athletes

By BY ALAN BLINDER from NYT Sports More than two dozen states are expected to debate issues like whether college athletes can cut endorsement deals or hire agents. The N.C.A.A. says a patchwork of rules could jeopardize competition.https://nyti.ms/2NlcNfO

N.C.A.A. Considers Loosening Rules for Athletes Seeking Outside Deals

By BY BILLY WITZ from NYT Sports The governing body for college sports appeared to soften its long-held stance that athletes should not profit from their fame. But it gave no details and said any rule changes required much more discussion.https://nyti.ms/2JvLUnN