What do NCAA athletes, coaches and administrators really think of the proliferation of gambling? One college professor sought to find out.
Early in this college football season, Michigan State quarterback Aidan Chiles made national headlines when he was talking to media members about the Spartans’ upcoming game against Florida Atlantic.
Rather than predict a high-scoring contest, Chiles put it in different terms that caught many off-guard.
“If you bet, take the over,” said Chiles.
A starting QB making a blatant sports betting reference in front of the media generated a storyline that those within the walls of the NCAA offices would rather not deal with.
Chiles’ remarks are just another example of how much sports betting has become a mainstream topic. Such is the case when promotions from the national sportsbooks have become ubiquitous during game time.
As for the impact of these advertisements on those actually participating in the games, the NCAA and its member schools have taken..