BREAKING: ASU QB Sam Leavitt Rejects $25M Offer from Kentucky, Cements Loyalty with Arizona State
In a shocking move that’s sending ripples through the college football world, Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt has turned down a jaw-dropping $25 million NIL offer from the University of Kentucky—choosing instead to stay loyal to the Sun Devils after inking a $15 million deal to remain in Tempe.
Leavitt, who transferred to Arizona State last year and quickly established himself as the face of the program, made a statement louder than any touchdown pass: heart over money.
“My loyalty lies with Arizona State—this is home,” Leavitt said in a statement released early Thursday. “No amount of money can replace what we’re building here. The culture, the fans, my teammates—this is where I belong.”
In an era where college athletes have unprecedented freedom and financial opportunity through NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals, Leavitt’s decision is both rare and powerful. He had every reason to chase the bigger bag—Kentucky’s offer would’ve made him the highest-paid NIL athlete in college football history. But instead, he chose continuity, culture, and legacy.
Arizona State fans have responded with overwhelming support, flooding social media with #ForksUp and praising Leavitt’s loyalty and leadership. Some even began calling him “The Million-Dollar Man with a Billion-Dollar Heart.”
Leavitt’s return signals more than just a personal choice—it’s a message to recruits, fans, and boosters alike: Arizona State is not a stepping stone; it’s a destination.
With Leavitt locked in, ASU’s offense looks primed for a breakout season. The junior QB has already demonstrated elite skills with his arm strength, mobility, and poise under pressure. Now, with a lucrative deal and a team-first mindset, he’s ready to chase more than NIL dollars—he’s aiming for championships.
In today’s NIL-driven era, Sam Leavitt just proved that some things are still priceless.
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