President Donald Trump is contemplating an executive order that would enhance scrutiny on name, image, and likeness (NIL) agreements in college sports following a discussion with former Alabama football coach Nick Saban, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.

Saban, who has been critical of the effects of NIL on college athletics, suggested NIL reforms instead of outright removal.

Trump was in Tuscaloosa recently to deliver a commencement speech at the university. An executive order to address these issues would likely still necessitate Congressional approval, as noted by NCAA President Charlie Baker. This potential development occurs against the backdrop of a significant court case (House v. NCAA), with Judge Claudia Wilken indicating the possibility of rejecting the settlement due to roster limits.

Senator Tommy Tuberville from Alabama, who previously coached at various institutions including Ole Miss, Auburn, Texas Tech, and Cincinnati, has also engaged with the Trump administration regarding NIL matters.

“College football is the heart and soul of America — but it’s in danger if we don’t level the playing field,” Tuberville stated on X.