BREAKING:Notre Dame Fighting Irish Star Jordan Faison Stuns College Football World, Rejects Jaw-Dropping $10.5Million NIL Offer from Florida Gators,LSU Tigers to Remain with the Fighting Irish: ‘I Have No Plans Beyond Being a Fighting Irish Championship… full Details
BREAKING: Notre Dame Fighting Irish Star Jordan Faison Stuns College Football World, Rejects Jaw-Dropping $10.5 Million NIL Offer from Florida Gators, LSU Tigers to Remain with the Fighting Irish: ‘I Have No Plans Beyond Being a Fighting Irish Champion’
South Bend, Indiana — In a move that has shaken the foundations of the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era, Notre Dame’s breakout wide receiver and dual-sport athlete Jordan Faison has turned down a staggering $10.5 million NIL offer collectively floated by both the Florida Gators and LSU Tigers — choosing loyalty, legacy, and love for the game over financial fortune.
Faison, who exploded onto the scene last season with a highlight-reel campaign that made him a household name, addressed the media in an emotional press conference Monday morning.
“I’ve seen the numbers. I’ve felt the pressure. But I’ve also felt the love — the brotherhood, the tradition, the mission,” Faison said. “I have no plans beyond being a Fighting Irish champion. My heart is here. My purpose is here. And I’m not finished yet.”
According to sources close to the situation, both Florida and LSU engaged in an intense, last-minute NIL bidding war, attempting to lure the electrifying sophomore with endorsements, national ad campaigns, and performance bonuses. The offers were reportedly front-loaded and guaranteed — unheard of for a non-quarterback — further underscoring Faison’s value.
Instead, Faison doubled down on his commitment to Notre Dame — a decision already being hailed as a defining moment in the ongoing debate around NIL culture and the integrity of college athletics.
“We’ve entered an era where values like loyalty and purpose are being tested by the dollar,” said head coach Marcus Freeman. “Jordan didn’t just make a choice — he made a statement. And in doing so, he reminded all of us what Notre Dame stands for.”
Faison, who also plays lacrosse for the Irish, has quickly become a campus legend — not just for his blistering speed and clutch performances, but for his humility and leadership. Known for showing up early to youth clinics and tutoring freshmen teammates, Faison’s choice is being celebrated far beyond the locker room.
Social media erupted following the announcement, with hashtags like #FightingFaison and #LoyalToTheIrish trending nationally. Former Notre Dame greats, from Brady Quinn to Manti Te’o, shared their support online.
“I turned down a lot of money,” Faison said candidly. “But what I’ve got here — the brotherhood, the fans, the mission — that’s priceless. I came here to win a championship, and I’m going to finish what I started.”
Notre Dame’s 2025 season just became must-watch television — not just for what’s happening on the field, but for the story behind the jersey.