It pays to be an Ohio State Football quarterback and true freshman Lincoln Kienholz is a prime example. The USA TODAY high school athlete of the year has yet to play a down for the Buckeyes, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t marketable to big businesses. One of those would be Tommy John, who got a jump start in forming a relationship with Kienholz in a name, image and likeness deal that was announced on Wednesday. Buy Buckeyes Tickets The Buckeye quarterback was made one of their spokespeople after Tommy John mentioned to On3’s Pete Nakos that “Lincoln’s embodiment of hard work, determination, and the pursuit of greatness aligns perfectly with the values we celebrate.” Ohio State quarterback Lincoln Kienholz has signed his first NIL deal, partnering with Tommy John. “Lincoln’s embodiment of hard work, determination, and the pursuit of greatness aligns perfectly with the values we celebrate.” More via…
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