J Robinson has never been bashful in his opinions, even at the expense of political correctness. The legendary Gophers wrestling coach loves to needle conventional thought, which is part of his charm.
One topic in particular gets him riled up: the changing landscape of college athletics.
College sports have become a lucrative enterprise. TV networks funnel obscene amounts of money to schools. Coaching salaries continue to soar. Apparel deals and facility upgrades fuel an arms race. The whole notion of amateurism feels archaic. Continue reading at www.startribune.com