Yup, according to the NCAA endorsements make you a professional.

>An article in the paper today said Jordan had some endorsements in place beffore the games began but probably cost herself "millions" with her lower than expected performance.
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>The one who is really leaving a pile of money on the table is Missy Franklin. She wants to retain her eligibility for her last year of high school and four years of college, and would not be able to that with endorsement deals. Evidently that makes her a professional even if she does not compete professionally.