In a shocking turn of events, LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers has announced that his $10,000 bet with ASU quarterback Jayden Daniels for the Rookie of the Year title is officially off. The two NCAA standouts made headlines earlier this season when they agreed to a high-stakes wager on who would have the most impressive freshman campaign.
Nabers, who burst onto the college football scene with his electrifying playmaking abilities, was seen as a frontrunner for the prestigious award early in the season. The 18-year-old receiver quickly established himself as a key weapon for the LSU offense, racking up impressive statistics and earning praise from coaches and analysts alike.
However, Nabers’ hopes for Rookie of the Year honors took a hit in recent weeks as he battled through a nagging injury that limited his playing time and production. Despite his best efforts to play through the pain, Nabers ultimately decided to sit out the team’s final regular-season game to focus on his recovery and prepare for a potential bowl game.
In a statement released to the press, Nabers explained his decision to call off the bet with Daniels, citing his health and well-being as his top priorities. “I have tremendous respect for Jayden and his talent, but at this time, I need to focus on getting healthy and helping my team succeed. The bet is off, and I wish Jayden the best of luck in his future endeavors,” Nabers said.
On the other side of the wager, Daniels expressed disappointment at the news but understood Nabers’ decision. “Malik is a great competitor, and I respect his decision to prioritize his health. I wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to facing off against him on the field in the future,” Daniels said.
With the bet officially off the table, college football fans will have to wait and see who will emerge as the frontrunner for the Rookie of the Year title. Despite the setback, both Nabers and Daniels have proven themselves as rising stars in the NCAA, and their future looks bright as they continue to showcase their talents on the gridiron.
