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Future NFL draft prospect Ryan Williams raking in NIL money after viral Georgia game
Sep 28, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Williams (2) celebrates after defeating the Georgia Bulldogs at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images John David Mercer-Imagn Images
These days, it pays to have the biggest game of your life in the biggest game of the year on the biggest stage college football has to offer. That's exactly what Alabama freshman and future NFL draft first-rounder Ryan Williams is learning after his viral, extraordinary performance against Georgia. On3's Pete Nakos shared Tuesday that Williams' NIL value has jumped, basically doubling in value, since the 17-year-old freshman wowed the sports world Saturday night in Tuscaloosa. "The former Five-Star Plus+ wide receiver has added nearly 160,000 followers on Instagram. Williams’ On3 NIL Valuation has jumped $768,000 to $1.5 million since Saturday’s game."Pete Nakos -- On3.com Williams was one of the biggest stars of the Week 5 SEC clash against Georgia. He finished the contest with six receptions for 177 yards and one touchdown, which was one of the most incredible catches and runs anyone has ever achieved, at any level of football. For the season, Williams has already racked up 462 yards and five touchdowns...

This article first appeared on NFL Draft on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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