EUGENE, Ore.— Oregon State University is parting ways with Deputy Athletic Director Brent Blaylock and is expected to terminate its partnership with Blueprint Sports as early as this week.

The announcement was first reported by John Canzano, who indicated that a formal release could be issued by Tuesday. The decision comes amid growing scrutiny over the university's Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) operations and its controversial agreement with Blueprint Sports.

Blaylock, who joined OSU in May 2024 after nearly a decade at the University of Arizona, played a pivotal role in negotiating the three-year deal with Blueprint Sports.

The partnership aimed to manage revenue generation, fan engagement, and partnership development for student-athletes. However, the deal faced criticism for its

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