BREAKING: Penn State Star RB Nicholas Singleton Rejects $10.5M NIL Offer to Stay a Nittany Lion — “My Mission Remains: Be a Penn State Legend”

 

In an era where massive NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals are reshaping college football, Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton just made a bold and heartfelt decision that’s sending shockwaves across the nation.

 

Sources confirm that Singleton, widely regarded as Penn State’s most outstanding offensive weapon and one of the top returning backs in the NCAA, has rejected a staggering $10.5 million NIL offer reportedly made by top programs in Ohio and Florida. The offer, described by insiders as “jaw-dropping,” would have made Singleton one of the highest-paid players in college football.

 

But Singleton’s focus remains far from the dollar signs.

 

> “My mission remains the same — to be a Penn State legend,” Singleton posted on social media shortly after news broke. “This place, these fans, this program — it’s home. Loyalty means everything.”

 

 

 

Singleton rushed for over 1,200 yards in 2024, adding 14 touchdowns and electrifying Beaver Stadium every Saturday. His blend of speed, power, and maturity has drawn comparisons to legends like Saquon Barkley, and now, his decision to stay has only strengthened his growing legacy.

 

Head Coach James Franklin praised Singleton’s loyalty and character, saying, “Nicholas represents everything Penn State football stands for — toughness, loyalty, leadership. We’re incredibly proud of his decision.”

 

Fans quickly took to social media, flooding timelines with appreciation and admiration. “#WeAre” trended nationwide within hours of Singleton’s announcement.

 

While the NIL era continues to test the foundation of college loyalty, Singleton’s move is a powerful reminder that legacy can still outweigh money — and that some players are chasing more than contracts.

 

Nicholas Singleton isn’t just staying at Penn State. He’s building something bigger.

 

A legend in the making.