Add on if you’re getting seven figures you’re getting the priority route to the majors. They want you to make it due to the investment. I causally knew someone who turned down first round money. Over three years he proved he wasn’t a first round pick. He was drafted in the 6th round for a lot less. He’s now 27 in his 4th year of AAA for his second organization.
I’m not going to do the research. But I’ll bet more players who don’t take the money prove they didn’t deserve it in the first place than double their bonus money.
I’m not against college. I have two degrees. So do my kids. I’m not telling you you’re wrong. I believe when the money is on the table you take it. College will always be there.