Ohio State Buckeyes Superstar Will Howard has signed a groundbreaking $50 million endorsement deal with Amazon.In a remarkable display of generosity,he has donated $15 million to the program and $10 million to an orphanage, solidifying his legacy both on and off the field,securing a…
Headline: Ohio State Buckeyes Superstar Will Howard Signs Groundbreaking $50 Million Endorsement Deal with Amazon
In a historic move that’s redefining the landscape of college sports, Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard has inked a jaw-dropping $50 million endorsement deal with tech giant Amazon. The deal, unprecedented in college football history, marks a turning point in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era—where collegiate athletes can now profit from their personal brand.
Howard, who transferred to Ohio State for his final season, has been a revelation on the field. Leading the Buckeyes to an undefeated regular season and a Big Ten championship, he quickly became a household name. With his cannon arm, calm leadership, and signature post-touchdown salute, Howard captured the attention of fans—and corporations—nationwide.
But it’s not just his stats that are making headlines.
In a remarkable act of generosity, Howard announced that $15 million of his Amazon deal will be donated directly to the Ohio State football program. The contribution will fund new training facilities, expand scholarship opportunities, and support mental health initiatives for athletes. “Ohio State gave me a platform to shine,” Howard said during a press conference. “This is my way of saying thank you and investing in the next generation.”
Even more heartwarming is Howard’s $10 million donation to a Columbus-based orphanage, where he’s volunteered since arriving on campus. “I grew up watching people struggle. I know what it feels like to feel forgotten,” he said. “These kids deserve every chance to dream big, just like I did.”
The remaining funds will secure Howard’s future off the field, as he launches a foundation aimed at empowering underserved youth through education and sports. With Amazon backing him, plans are already underway for a scholarship fund, digital literacy programs, and a series of free football camps across the Midwest.
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day praised Howard’s impact, saying, “Will’s leadership goes far beyond football. He’s the kind of player, and person, who changes a program—and a community.”
With his legacy cemented as both an elite athlete and a compassionate role model, Will Howard has secured a place in history not just as a Buckeye legend, but as a transformative force in modern college sports.And he’s just getting started.