The issue , however , is not the amount provided ( even if it 's not in cash ) .
That many journalists covering the sports world feel the number ( $125,000 ) is artificially low and that institutions are taking advantage of student athletes .
The issue , however , is not the amount provided ( even if it 's not in cash ) but that many journalists covering the sports world feel the number ( $125,000 ) is artificially low and that institutions are taking advantage of student athletes .