Arch Manning joins EA Sports College Football 25 after initial decline

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Arch Manning has decided to be a part of EA Sports College Football 25 after initially declining, joining over 10,000 athletes who accepted NIL deals for the game. The video game will return after an 11-year hiatus on July 19.

Key Points

  • More than 10,000 athletes accepted NIL deals for the game
  • EA Sports' College Football series began in 1993 and will return on July 19 after an 11-year hiatus
  • Name, image, and likeness part of college athletics will allow players' real names to be featured in the game

Pros

  • Players opting in will receive a minimum of $600 and a copy of the game
  • Players can earn money by promoting the game
  • Game will feature real names and likeness due to new NIL rules

Cons

  • Previous disputes involving EA, NCAA, and college athletes led to the hiatus
  • Cover athletes were not permitted to be paid for their image and likeness in previous versions