Breaking: Standout 5-Star QB Quinn Ewers Shocks Football World — Comes Out of NFL Draft and Makes Groundbreaking Commitment to Tennessee Volunteers Due to NIL Vision and Family Ties
In a stunning and unprecedented move that has sent shockwaves through the football world, 5-star quarterback Quinn Ewers has officially withdrawn from the 2025 NFL Draft and announced his commitment to the Tennessee Volunteers. This unexpected decision has captivated fans, analysts, and scouts across the country, with many calling it one of the boldest moves in modern college football history.
Ewers, who was widely projected as a top-10 pick in the upcoming draft after a stellar season at Texas, cited Tennessee’s innovative NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) program, family connections, and a desire to complete “unfinished business” at the collegiate level as his primary reasons for the decision.
“The NFL will always be there,” Ewers said during a press conference on Monday. “But the opportunity to be a part of something truly special at Tennessee, to lead a historic program back to national prominence while building generational wealth through NIL partnerships—it was something I couldn’t pass up.”
Sources close to the situation say that Tennessee’s aggressive and forward-thinking NIL collective, “Vol Legacy,” played a massive role in the decision. Ewers is expected to earn a record-breaking NIL package reportedly valued in the range of $4–6 million, including national endorsements, equity in startup ventures, and a leadership role in the university’s athlete brand-building initiative.
Adding a personal layer to the decision, Ewers also revealed that his grandfather played for the Volunteers in the 1970s, and returning to Knoxville felt “like destiny.”
This seismic shift not only redefines what’s possible for top-tier college athletes but also elevates Tennessee’s football program to immediate championship contention. Head coach Josh Heupel expressed overwhelming excitement at the press conference, stating, “Quinn brings elite leadership, unmatched arm talent, and the kind of energy that can transform a program. This is more than a commitment—it’s a statement.”
Ewers’ decision has sparked a flurry of reactions from fans and fellow athletes alike. Former NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes tweeted, “Didn’t see that one coming… but mad respect,” while ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit called it “a moment that could change the trajectory of college football’s future.”
Whether this move sets a precedent for future NFL-ready players to leverage college opportunities remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Quinn Ewers just made Tennessee the center of the football universe.
The countdown to kickoff just got a whole lot more exciting in Knoxville.