AP Photo/John RaouxAfter partnering with Florida Panthers, University of Miami quarterback D'Eriq King has signed an NIL agreement.Monday's announcement by the Panthers was the launch of FLA Athlete, a program that allows student-athletes to make money from their images, names and likenesses. The program will be expanded to include other stars from the state's colleges.King will be at the team's games to help promote the NHL and create a merchandise line and other content.After a record 23 passing touchdowns and five interceptions last year, the Houston transfer will be entering his second season with the Hurricanes.King, who led Miami to an 8-3 record in last season's football season, is now considered a contender for 2021's Heisman Trophy:Since the NCAA made changes to its rules in July to allow players to make money off their images, names and likenesses, King has signed numerous endorsement agreements. King has already signed agreements with College Hunks Moving Company and Murphy Auto Group, Dreamfield Canada, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Panini America, Murphy Auto Group, Murphy Auto Group, Dreamfield and Panini America.However, the latest deal is a new territory."We are delighted to welcome D'Eriq into Panthers Territory as the first 'FLA athlete," Panthers Chief Strategy Officer Sam Doerr stated in a statement. "D'Eriq has been a star on and off the pitch and we are thrilled to engage South Florida sports fans through this partnership."After struggling to fill their arena over the past few years, this partnership could help the Panthers grow their fan base. According to ESPN, the team has been in the bottom five of the NHL for attendance each season between 2016-17 and 2019-20.You can reach crisis counseling and referral services by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1 800 426-2537).Gambling problems? 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ/WV/PA), 1-800-9–WITH-IT(IN), 1-800-522-4700, 1-800-BETS OFF? (IA), 1-800-522-4700 or text the TNREDLINE: 800889-9789 (TN).21+ NJ/PA/WV/IN/IA/CO/IL/TN only. Meadows Racetrack & Casino in partnership There are some restrictions on eligibility. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.
