Sling TV Teams Up with Nine College Football Standouts to Help Fans Watch Football on Their Terms This Season
Darian Mensah, LaNorris Sellers, Kevin Jennings and other college stars will show fans how to “Watch Football on YOUR Terms” with Sling.
Sling TV's 2026 college football NIL campaign features nine athletes from programs across the country.
ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Aug. 26, 2026 — Sling TV, the most flexible live streaming service, today announced a new nationwide name, image, and likeness (NIL) campaign, teaming up with nine standout college football players to help fans “Watch Football on YOUR Terms” throughout the 2026 season.
Athletes who are defining their own paths on the field will help share Sling’s commitment to giving fans the ultimate flexibility to watch sports from wherever they are.
With flexible 1-day, 3-day, and 7-day pass subscriptions, affordable monthly packages, and even a season-long plan, Sling makes it easier for fans to catch the college football matchups they want, without overpaying or navigating a complicated web of streaming apps.
The NIL campaign is Sling’s largest ever, featuring Heisman contenders, proven leaders, emerging talent and a standout sibling duo.
2026 Sling TV NIL Roster
- Darian Mensah Quarterback • University of Miami
- LaNorris Sellers Quarterback • University of South Carolina
- Kevin Jennings Quarterback • SMU
- Beau Pribula Quarterback • University of Virginia
- Bear Bachmeier Quarterback • Brigham Young University
- Kenny Minchey Quarterback • University of Kentucky
- Faizon Brandon Quarterback • University of Tennessee
- Peyton Bowen Safety • University of Oklahoma
- Eli Bowen Cornerback • University of Oklahoma
Sling’s campaign will roll out through the opening weeks of the college football season, with content appearing across athletes’ social accounts and Sling’s digital channels.
This even includes a “Sling the Rock Challenge” where the top quarterbacks try to hit targets from 15, 25 and 50 yards. Each athlete will also share content to engage directly with fans.
Sling partnered with The College Sports Company to bring this season’s NIL program to life, from facilitating athlete partnerships to producing the campaign content.
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