Syracuse football is making headlines after refusing to release transfer tight end Michael Smith from his NIL contract, blocking his return to South Carolina. Smith, a former 4-star recruit from Georgia, was set to play a big role for the Orange but now wants to go back to the Gamecocks after a coaching change. The twist? He’s legally bound to Syracuse because of the NIL deal he signed. This situation has fans and players talking: Should schools be able to hold athletes to these contracts if they want to leave? How does this impact trust between players and programs? #Sports #Football #SyracuseFootball