Texas quarterback and Manning family scion Arch Manning got paid a pretty penny to lend his support to the upcoming EA Sports College Football 25 video game.
According to Pete Nakos of On3 Sports, Manning was paid between $50,000 and $60,000 to promote the game. He also received $600 and a copy of the game in exchange for lending his name, image and likeness to the development of the game.
Manning was previously one of the most notable holdouts from the game, refusing to lend his likeness. But money talks and he finally agreed to be a part of it, sharing this post on social media:
“EA Sports, I’m in the game,” Manning said in the caption.
I’m IN the game 🤘 #CFB25 @EASportsCollege #EAAthlete pic.twitter.com/mgndu7Khuz
— Arch Manning (@ArchManning) July 9, 2024
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Arch Manning was the No. 1 overall prospect in the Class of 2023 but only played sparingly as a freshman for the Longhorns this past season. With starter Quinn Ewers expected to start in 2024, Manning might not see the field for significant reps until he’s a junior in 2025.
Nevertheless, his name and the success he had in high school have people believing that he could be the next great NFL quarterback like his uncle Peyton and Eli were.
Now fans who want the chance to turn Arch Manning into a college superstar will get their chance in College Football 25.