Gunner Stockton Doubles Down on Georgia Commitment with New NIL Deal
In today’s college football landscape-where the transfer portal spins like a turnstile and loyalty often takes a backseat to opportunity-Gunner Stockton just made a statement without saying a word.
The Georgia quarterback, who’s been notably quiet since the Bulldogs wrapped up their season, finally surfaced in the headlines. But it wasn’t because he was testing the waters of the transfer portal or shopping for a bigger payday elsewhere. Instead, Stockton locked in a new NIL deal with Georgia for the 2026 season-an announcement that speaks volumes about who he is and what he values.
According to his NIL representative, Faryn Healy of ESM, Stockton didn’t see the need for a big reveal. “He did not feel an announcement was necessary as he is a player who would never consider transferring,” Healy said. “He could have earned two to three times more by entering the portal, but Gunner bleeds red and black.”
Let’s pause there. In an era where top-tier college quarterbacks are commanding eye-popping figures just for entering the portal, Stockton’s decision to stay put-and do so for significantly less money-says everything you need to know about his mindset.
He’s not chasing the biggest bag. He’s chasing something else: legacy, loyalty, and the opportunity to bring more hardware to Athens.
This isn’t a surprise to those who’ve followed Stockton’s journey. From the jump, he’s been all-in on Georgia.
He’s never flirted with the idea of playing anywhere else, and now, with this new NIL deal in place, he’s doubling down on that commitment. It’s not just about the money for him-it’s about the program, his teammates, and the Georgia faithful who’ve backed him from day one.
Sure, the offseason is just getting started, and there’s plenty of work ahead for the Bulldogs. But this is the kind of foundational move that sets the tone.
It’s a clear signal that Stockton is locked in-not just contractually, but mentally and emotionally. He’s not just wearing the jersey; he’s living the "G."
In a sport where the ground is constantly shifting, Gunner Stockton just gave Georgia something rare: stability. And that might be worth more than any NIL deal out there.