Who is the youngest person to land an NIL deal?

 The youngest person to land an NIL deal is Ghalee Wadood Jr., a 9-year-old football player from Los Angeles.

A breakdown:

• Age: 9 years old
• Sport: Football
• League: Played in Snoop Dogg's Youth Football League (https://ktla.com/news/local-news/9-year-old-signs-six-figure-nil-deal-with-sports-agency/)
• Deal: Signed a six-figure NIL deal with the sports agency Family 4 Life in 2023. ([invalid URL removed])

Important note, some consider this an anomaly. While NIL allows athletes of any age to profit from their name, image, and likeness, the focus is typically on high school and college athletes with established followings and potential for professional careers.

The additional details:

• Ghalee's father: Is an employee of the Los Angeles Rams, which might have played a role in attracting the agency's attention.
• Focus of the deal: Specific details are undisclosed, but it likely involves promoting the agency and potentially Ghalee's football skills and future potential.

While Ghalee's deal is a unique case, it highlights the evolving nature of NIL and the potential for young athletes to benefit from their talents and marketability.