Travis Hunter, Ryan Williams & Jeremiah Smith’s $5 Million NIL on the Line – NFL Legend Gives Shock Ultimatum

Sep 29, 2024 | 11:17 AM EDT

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Football fans are still trying to get over week 5’s thrilling games. Alabama Crimson Tide and Ohio State Buckeyes are dominating college football with their back-to-back four victories. At the same time, Deion Sanders Colorado Buffaloes registered their fourth victory in week 5 over the UCF Knights.

While the football world is still buzzing with excitement. Fans, analysts, and experts are still talking about the highlights of all three matches. A new video from Shannon Sharpe’s Youtube channel Nightcap has added curiosity, where NFL legends issued some shocking demands from three big stars from Saturday night- Buffs two-way star Travis Hunter, Alabama’s wide receiver Ryan Williams, and Buckeyes’ Jeremiah Smith.

The former NFL player Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson stated on Nightcap, “That’s only 17 years old. Yeah, that Ryan Williams. Man, listen, man, Ryan Williams I know you’re going to see this. Listen, I know you’re not old enough to drink. I know you’re old enough to party, but when you see this, boy, I need you to send me a DM. I need a jersey signed. I need a jersey signed. If I don’t get a jersey sign in less than 24 hours. If you don’t send me a DM in less than 24 hours, you won’t get any of that NIL money matter.”

Ryan Willams is a rising star of college football. Today, he is making headlines once again with his impressive performance last night against one of the big teams, Georgia. With a NIL valuation of $732K, he is among the most promising young players. The NFL legend complimented Williams and made playful yet serious demands for a signed jersey.

He further empathized with his statement and added, “Just letting them boys know I’m not even playing. I got three people, three people, everybody in the chat. Make sure they get this message. I know they’re going to see this video. Ryan Williams Jeremiah Smith and Travis Hunter, I want a jersey.” His emphasis on the lighthearted ultimatum also shows how much he respects the young players. Travis Hunter’s current NIL valuation is $3.1M, and it might increase before the season ends because his performance on both sides this season speaks volumes about his potential and passion for football.

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Polls of the day

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Do you think NFL legend's ultimatum will impact Travis Hunter's NIL deal?

Absolutely

Not at all

Maybe

Depends on Hunter's performance

Do you think Alvin Kamara's return will turn the tide for the Saints?

Absolutely

Not a chance

Maybe, if he's fully fit

Depends on the rest of the team

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Will Joe Mixon's ankle injury impact the Bengals' playoff hopes?

Yes, significantly

No, they have depth

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Do you think Alabama's win over Georgia was truly flawed?

Absolutely

No way

Maybe

Not sure

Who will come out on top in the Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen showdown?

Lamar Jackson

Josh Allen

Too close to call

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Jeremiah Smith recently sealed a deal with the Red Bulls, which is one of the biggest achievements for the wide receiver. Currently, his NIL valuation stands at $1.1 million. He has also collaborated with Battle Sports and Ricart Automotive. The NFL legend did not stop there, as he took a firm stand on his decision. He even gave a time limit to all three players, “I want a jersey signed, and less than you got 24 hours to send me a DM. Get me a jersey down to Miami if I don’t have my jersey before Monday, before 8 o’clock Monday, ain’t nobody getting no NIL money. You know what that means…ain’t none of y’all getting no nil money, no more the rest of the season. Ryan Williams, Jeremiah Smith, and Travis Hunter, I want my jersey FedEx Monday morning. You know how to get my address. Ask your coach. That’s it.”

Although the ultimatum is a fun and lighthearted effect, it reflects the growing attention these young athletes are attracting. All of them collectively hold $5 million in NIL, which is a huge amount. They are still college players who haven’t entered the NFL. But before we move ahead, let’s have a quick look at the Alabama vs. Georgia matchup.

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New head Kalen DeBoer’s crucial test

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It was a big game for Alabama’s head coach, Kalen DeBoer. Although he proved himself with back-to-back three victories, doubts about him still did not stop, and experts also doubted his victory over Georgia. However, with a 7-point victory, Crimson Tide’s HC and players cleared the air, and now they are one step closer to winning the championship this season.

Georgia, who had been undefeated until this game, made their first loss of the season, falling to their biggest competition, the Crimson Tide. However, their quarterback Carson Beck, delivered an impressive performance; they lost by a narrow margin.

Ryan Williams once again showed his aggressive side to the football world. He caught a 75-yard touchdown pass from Jalen Milroe with only 2:18 minutes left in the game, which helped Crimson Tide secure their 41-34 game over No. 2 Georgia. Then, Zabien Brown intercepted a pass from Carson Beck in the end zone.

“We pushed each other to the very end,” DeBoer said. His comment reflects the importance of this game. They fought till the end as the Bulldogs gave a tough competition. Their clear vision to win and positive atmosphere in the dressing room helped them. Although it was DeBoer’s first experience in a thrilling rivalry between SEC teams, the victory added a memorable moment for DeBoer and his loved ones.