NCAA athletes can now play immediately no matter how many times they transfer, as long as they meet academic requirements. This change comes after the association fast-tracked legislation to fall in line with a recent court order. The Division 1 Board of Directors formally ratified the change to the transfer rule Monday and approved a tweak that allows schools to identify name, image, and likeness opportunities, and facilitate deals between athletes and third parties. Athletes are not obligated to accept assistance from the school and must maintain authority over the terms in their NIL agreements.