UFC CEO Dana White has recently pledged his loyalty to the Miami Hurricanes football team. This shift comes after his daughter enrolled at the University of Miami.
On the Pat McAfee show, White talked about how excited he is to be a Hurricanes fan. He’s already jumped in, showing up at the big game against Notre Dame.
White seems to be taking his fandom seriously. He’s even hinted at supporting the team’s NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) fund, which could really help the program and its athletes.
White’s Newfound Fandom
On the Pat McAfee show, Dana White made it clear—he’s all in for the Hurricanes. He said he’ll be at more games in the future, too.
This is a bit of a new thing for White. He’s always been about pro teams like the Patriots, Celtics, and Red Sox. Now, with the Hurricanes ranked #2 in the nation, his timing couldn’t be better.
Attending the Notre Dame Game
White kept his word and went to his first Hurricanes game against Notre Dame. He was right there on the sidelines, chatting with Miami alumni and snapping photos.
It wasn’t just any game, either. This was a huge matchup, and you could tell White was caught up in the energy of it all.
Potential Contributions to the NIL Fund
On the *Three Knockdown Rule* podcast with Mario Lopez and Steve Kim, White was asked about giving to the Hurricanes’ NIL fund. He said he’s likely to donate.
White even joked about seeing the “writing on the wall,” figuring he’d get asked for support after getting to know the team and its fans.
Impact of NIL Contributions
If White follows through, his donation could mean a lot for the Hurricanes. NIL funds are a big deal for college athletes, letting them benefit from their name, image, and likeness.
This kind of support helps attract top players and makes the whole experience better for the athletes. It’s a way to reward their effort on the field.
White’s Broader Sports Allegiances
White’s a familiar face in pro sports, but college football is new territory for him. He’s always rooted for Boston teams like the Patriots, Celtics, and Red Sox.
Now, with his daughter at Miami, he’s got a reason to care about college sports. It’s a fresh chapter in his sports life.
Embracing College Sports
White’s switch to supporting the Hurricanes shows how family can change your sports loyalties. He’s diving into college football with real enthusiasm.
It’s kind of fun to see someone so new to the scene get this invested. White’s energy and willingness to help out say a lot about how much he wants to back the next generation of athletes.
Dana White’s support for the Miami Hurricanes is turning some heads in college sports. It’s not every day you see a figure like him get this invested in a team.
He’s not just cheering from the sidelines, either. There’s talk he might contribute financially to the NIL fund, which could open new doors for the program and its athletes.
If you’re curious and want the full story, you can check out the original article on Brobible.
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