Six members of the University of Georgia’s football team have officially signed name, image and likeness agreements with Nike, marking the latest wave of collegiate athletes aligning with the sportswear giant.
The signees — KJ Bolden, Chris Cole, Kaiden Prothro, Elyiss Williams, Ellis Robinson and Talyn Taylor — join a growing list of Bulldogs benefiting from Nike’s personalized support on and off the field, which includes mentorship, branding resources and business education.
Nike’s expanding roster
Beyond Georgia, Nike has inked deals with dozens of players from programs such as Alabama, Auburn, LSU, Clemson, Oregon and Texas, underscoring a nationwide strategy that extends beyond traditional powerhouses.
The company also announced agreements with 11 high school prospects who attended Nike’s elite camp, The Opening, and highlighted an over‑the‑cap arrangement for Georgia as part of its Blue Ribbon Elite initiative.
LSU revealed that 11 of its own athletes are now part of Nike’s football roster, the highest count among any single school, reflecting the brand’s competitive edge in securing top talent.
Georgia’s official X account celebrated the milestone, posting that each of the new signees now belongs to the @usnikefootball family, a signal of the university’s deepening partnership with the brand.