BREAKING: Kansas State QB Avery Johnson Rejects $4.5 Million NIL Offer from Alabama, Reaffirms Loyalty to Wildcats
In a stunning development that underscores the evolving landscape of college football, Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson has reportedly turned down a massive $4.5 million NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) offer from the University of Alabama. According to multiple sources, the Crimson Tide attempted to lure the rising star away from Manhattan with one of the largest NIL packages offered to a non-transfer QB this cycle.
Johnson, however, remained steadfast in his commitment to the Wildcats.
“I came to Kansas State to build something special, and that hasn’t changed,” Johnson reportedly told teammates and staff. “No amount of money can replace the relationships, the loyalty, and the vision I have for this program.”
The sophomore quarterback, known for his dual-threat capabilities and electric playmaking, emerged as a cornerstone of the Wildcats’ future after a breakout 2024 season. His decision to stay comes as a major win for head coach Chris Klieman and the K-State program, which has been working tirelessly to retain its top talent in the face of escalating NIL-driven recruiting battles.
With the college football world watching closely, Johnson’s choice is being hailed as a rare display of loyalty in an era increasingly dominated by financial incentives.
The Wildcats are expected to build their 2025 campaign around Johnson, who many project as a potential Heisman contender and future NFL prospect.
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