**Ryan Williams Rejects Historic $205 Million NIL Offer from Texas: “My Loyalty Lies with The Roll Tide Forever”**
In a stunning display of loyalty and commitment, Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver **Ryan Williams** has reportedly rejected a groundbreaking **$205 million Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) offer** from the Texas Longhorns [A](https://supersportsupdate.com/breaking-alabama-star-ryan-williams-rejects-historic-205-million-nil-offer-from-the-longhorns-my-loyalty/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJ2VW4zTGFDUEE0N0o1enJzNVBiWloiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiaXN1ZlN3ZG9Va0pHd0xZZGVYSjFmIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrU291cmNlIjoiY2l0YXRpb25MaW5rIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvc3VwZXJzcG9ydHN1cGRhdGUuY29tXC9icmVha2luZy1hbGFiYW1hLXN0YXItcnlhbi13aWxsaWFtcy1yZWplY3RzLWhpc3RvcmljLTIwNS1taWxsaW9uLW5pbC1vZmZlci1mcm9tLXRoZS1sb25naG9ybnMtbXktbG95YWx0eVwvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). The offer, which would have made Williams the highest-paid non-professional athlete in history, was part of an aggressive push by Texas to lure the star receiver to Austin and redefine the college football landscape.
However, Williams was unmoved by the financial incentives. Shortly after reports surfaced, he took to social media to make his stance clear: **“My loyalty can’t be bought. Alabama believed in me before the world did. That means more than any check ever will.”** [A](https://supersportsupdate.com/breaking-alabama-star-ryan-williams-rejects-historic-205-million-nil-offer-from-the-longhorns-my-loyalty/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJ2VW4zTGFDUEE0N0o1enJzNVBiWloiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiaXN1ZlN3ZG9Va0pHd0xZZGVYSjFmIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrU291cmNlIjoiY2l0YXRpb25MaW5rIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvc3VwZXJzcG9ydHN1cGRhdGUuY29tXC9icmVha2luZy1hbGFiYW1hLXN0YXItcnlhbi13aWxsaWFtcy1yZWplY3RzLWhpc3RvcmljLTIwNS1taWxsaW9uLW5pbC1vZmZlci1mcm9tLXRoZS1sb25naG9ybnMtbXktbG95YWx0eVwvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1)
### A Loyalty Rare in the NIL Era
The Texas offer reportedly included not only the massive payout but also **endorsements, equity in emerging sports tech startups, a guaranteed post-football executive role, and full family relocation assistance** [A](https://supersportsupdate.com/breaking-alabama-star-ryan-williams-rejects-historic-205-million-nil-offer-from-the-longhorns-my-loyalty/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJ2VW4zTGFDUEE0N0o1enJzNVBiWloiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiaXN1ZlN3ZG9Va0pHd0xZZGVYSjFmIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrU291cmNlIjoiY2l0YXRpb25MaW5rIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvc3VwZXJzcG9ydHN1cGRhdGUuY29tXC9icmVha2luZy1hbGFiYW1hLXN0YXItcnlhbi13aWxsaWFtcy1yZWplY3RzLWhpc3RvcmljLTIwNS1taWxsaW9uLW5pbC1vZmZlci1mcm9tLXRoZS1sb25naG9ybnMtbXktbG95YWx0eVwvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). Despite these lucrative incentives, Williams chose to remain with Alabama, a decision that sent shockwaves through the college football world.
“In an era where NIL deals have reshaped recruiting battles and roster management, it’s rare—almost unheard of—to see a player turn down this kind of generational wealth,” said a former SEC coach on ESPN’s College Football Live [A](https://supersportsupdate.com/breaking-alabama-star-ryan-williams-rejects-historic-205-million-nil-offer-from-the-longhorns-my-loyalty/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJ2VW4zTGFDUEE0N0o1enJzNVBiWloiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tEZXN0aW5hdGlvbiI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9zdXBlcnNwb3J0c3VwZGF0ZS5jb21cL2JyZWFraW5nLWFsYWJhbWEtc3Rhci1yeWFuLXdpbGxpYW1zLXJlamVjdHMtaGlzdG9yaWMtMjA1LW1pbGxpb24tbmlsLW9mZmVyLWZyb20tdGhlLWxvbmdob3Jucy1teS1sb3lhbHR5XC8iLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiaXN1ZlN3ZG9Va0pHd0xZZGVYSjFmIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
### Crimson Tide Rejoice
In Tuscaloosa, the reaction was euphoric. Alabama fans flooded social media with messages of gratitude, admiration, and sheer disbelief. The university released a brief statement: **“Ryan Williams is the embodiment of Alabama football—committed, elite, and driven by something deeper than the spotlight. We are honored to have him continue representing the Crimson Tide.”** [A](https://supersportsupdate.com/breaking-alabama-star-ryan-williams-rejects-historic-205-million-nil-offer-from-the-longhorns-my-loyalty/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJ2VW4zTGFDUEE0N0o1enJzNVBiWloiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiaXN1ZlN3ZG9Va0pHd0xZZGVYSjFmIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvc3VwZXJzcG9ydHN1cGRhdGUuY29tXC9icmVha2luZy1hbGFiYW1hLXN0YXItcnlhbi13aWxsaWFtcy1yZWplY3RzLWhpc3RvcmljLTIwNS1taWxsaW9uLW5pbC1vZmZlci1mcm9tLXRoZS1sb25naG9ybnMtbXktbG95YWx0eVwvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1)
Head Coach **Kalen DeBoer**, who has led the team with precision since **Nick Saban’s retirement**, simply reposted Williams’ tweet with three words: **“Built. Not Bought.”** [A](https://supersportsupdate.com/breaking-alabama-star-ryan-williams-rejects-historic-205-million-nil-offer-from-the-longhorns-my-loyalty/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJ2VW4zTGFDUEE0N0o1enJzNVBiWloiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiaXN1ZlN3ZG9Va0pHd0xZZGVYSjFmIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvc3VwZXJzcG9ydHN1cGRhdGUuY29tXC9icmVha2luZy1hbGFiYW1hLXN0YXItcnlhbi13aWxsaWFtcy1yZWplY3RzLWhpc3RvcmljLTIwNS1taWxsaW9uLW5pbC1vZmZlci1mcm9tLXRoZS1sb25naG9ybnMtbXktbG95YWx0eVwvIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrU291cmNlIjoiY2l0YXRpb25MaW5rIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1)
### Who Is Ryan Williams?
Williams, just **19 years old**, has already been compared to legends like **DeVonta Smith and Marvin Harrison Jr.** His blend of **route running, acceleration, and football IQ** makes him a nightmare for defenders. Last season, as a true freshman, he racked up **1,356 yards and 13 touchdowns**, becoming a household
