The culture within the NCAA is not only antiquated, it lacks any hint of justice. While I have every expectation that P5 conferences are preparing the exit from the NCAA, it will not occur in time before further sanctions are instituted on UL. However, I believe UL can counter those sanctions by filing a civil suit against the NCAA, with damages based on punishing the innocent.
The Feb 2018 settlement with the NCAA on behalf of Luke, Gorgui, Van Treese, Henderson and Marra provides a solid indication as to just how compelling UL‘s challenge to the NCAA could be, given the victory those players experienced without much in the way of support outside themselves and the limited legal resource invested in that initiative.
There was just some talk about UL fans challenging the NCAA on our 2013 banner, but nothing ever materialized at that time. I believe a well organized effort committed to taking it to the highest level, could very well result in nullification of any sanctions imposed by the NCAA.
Judges, Juries and media alike have grown tired of institutions, like the NCAA, using outdated and hypocritical methods to punish those who did nothing wrong. UL fans, players and current UL administration could argue that any NCAA sanctions are misdirected. It would require a united effort by the aforementioned to obtain justice.