Panini America has upped its game by securing an exclusive autograph trading card deal with University of Alabama’s rising star quarterback, Jalen Milroe. Known for his exceptional talent on the field, the junior standout has been making waves with 23 total touchdowns this season – 12 through the air and 11 on the ground – along with close to 1,500 passing yards. His leadership has been instrumental in steering Alabama to an impressive 5-1 start. In the 2023 season, Milroe led the Crimson Tide to a stellar 12-2 record, securing an SEC Championship title and a coveted spot in the College Football Playoff, where he was named the MVP of the SEC Championship Game and earned second-team All-SEC honors.
This partnership marks a significant milestone in Panini’s foray into the collegiate Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) realm. Their recent launch of “Panini College” has opened doors for athletes from partner universities like Ohio State, Nebraska, and Texas to have their own Panini trading cards under the Panini NIL brand. The platform, which kicked off with athletes from select schools, is poised to broaden its reach to encompass more universities and sports in the upcoming months.
Jason Howarth, Panini America’s Senior Vice President of Marketing and Athlete Relations, expressed his enthusiasm about welcoming Jalen Milroe to their esteemed group of athletes. He highlighted Milroe’s top-tier skills in college football and emphasized how the quarterback will play a vital role in Panini’s endeavors to offer fans innovative products and unforgettable collectibles. Milroe now joins a prestigious lineup of exclusive Panini athletes in the college football arena, alongside stars like Quinn Ewers, Arch Manning, Dylan Raiola, Julian Sayin, and Zachariah Branch. This collaboration underscores Panini’s dedication to connecting with the next wave of football talent and providing fans with premium collectible experiences.
Excited about the new venture, Jalen Milroe shared his sentiments, stating, “Every kid dreams of having their own trading card, and now that dream has come true for me.” He expressed his eagerness to collaborate with Panini in crafting something exceptional for college football enthusiasts. With Milroe’s star on the rise at Alabama and Panini’s expanding footprint in the NIL landscape, this partnership sets the stage for one-of-a-kind trading card experiences that will captivate fans and collectors alike. Stay tuned for the exciting offerings that this dynamic duo will bring to the world of collegiate sports memorabilia.
