Emory Jones, former Florida QB, lands at Arizona State with huge NIL deal
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Less than two months after entering his name into the NCAA’s transfer portal, former Florida quarterback Emory Jones has a new home. The ex-Gator is headed to Arizona State and once there, he’ll cash in.
Per Chris Karpman of SunDevilSource.com, Jones will reportedly receive $75,000 and use of a vehicle in exchange for marketing opportunities with ASU. Jones’ deal falls under the NCAA’s oft-discussed name, image, likeness umbrella that continues to witness donors pour money and materials into the pockets of student-athletes. It’s believed to be the largest NIL deal ever received by a Sun Devil.
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Florida quarterback Emory Jones (5) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Vanderbilt, Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
On Thursday evening OutKick’s Alejandro Avila relayed details of an NIL deal that was secured by Texas’ Bijan Robinson that includes use of a Lamborghini.
Last week, a University of Miami basketball threatened to transfer or enter the NBA Draft if the compensation in his NIL deal wasn’t increased – this was a result of a new teammate reportedly receiving $400,000 per year, plus a car.
Florida quarterback Emory Jones (5) is pressured by LSU defensive end BJ Ojulari (8) in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton)
Jones was with the Gators for four seasons, having served as the backup QB until last fall. Once entrenched as the starter (he took the first snap under center in 12 of 13 games), Jones flourished despite Florida