Wrestling fans and mat mavens, take note: WWE’s NIL prospect Greg Kerkvliet is not ready to trade his singlet for spandex just yet! The NCAA heavyweight champion has decided to hit the mats for one more season at Penn State, aiming to help the Nittany Lions snag another NCAA team title.
In a social media blast that had Penn State fans and wrestling enthusiasts buzzing, Kerkvliet shared, “Let’s keep it rolling!” paired with a heroic graphic of him donned in his Penn State uniform. This powerhouse athlete is looking to build on a stellar NCAA track record before stepping into the WWE ring.
Since joining WWE’s NIL program in early 2023, Kerkvliet has been nothing short of spectacular in the NCAA Championships, boasting a perfect 20-0 record in his bracket. With four All-American nods under his belt—double the count of WWE and UFC legend Brock Lesnar—Kerkvliet’s collegiate prowess is undeniable. Despite tough losses to fellow WWE NIL signees Gable Steveson and Mason Parris in past Nationals, he’s geared up for another shot at glory with an impressive 71-10 career record.
While the wrestling world may have to wait a bit longer to see Kerkvliet in a WWE ring, the story is different for other NIL athletes like Oba Femi, the current WWE NXT North American Champion, who transitioned from track and field to wrestling stardom. As for Gable Steveson, the inaugural NIL signing, his recent WWE release has opened up a new chapter, with Mason Parris stepping up to represent Team USA at the Paris Olympics.