Every other NIL resource is written for agents, compliance officers, and sports business people. DraftWorth exists for the 17-year-old athlete and their parents who just got a text from a "collective" and have no idea what to do.
The NIL market hit $2.6 billion in 2026. Over 40 states now allow high school athletes to earn from their name, image, and likeness. Coaches are warning about "street agents" approaching kids as young as 14. Families are signing contracts they don't understand, with tax implications nobody explained.
The existing NIL coverage is almost entirely written for insiders — agents, athletic directors, compliance staff, and business journalists. Nobody is writing clearly for the people who actually need help: families.
DraftWorth fills that gap. We explain the contracts, flag the red flags, break down the tax math, and track state-by-state rules — all in language a parent can actually use.
The 8 warning signs in NIL contracts that every parent should know before signing anything.
All 50 states tracked. High school eligibility, restrictions, and what your state actually allows.
NIL income is self-employment income. 15.3% SE tax alone. We break down the actual numbers.
Estimate real NIL value based on sport, tier, position, and following. No hype — real math.
New NCAA revenue sharing starts July 2026. What it means and how it changes NIL deals.
How to vet agents, read exclusivity clauses, and protect your kid's future earning potential.
DraftWorth is published by CMBMV LLC. We're an independent publication — not affiliated with any agency, collective, university, or NIL marketplace. We don't broker deals. We don't take commissions. We educate families so they can make informed decisions on their own.
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