Breaking: Indiana Hoosiers Men’s basketball Star Luke Goode Stuns College Football World, Rejects Jaw-Dropping $9.5 Million NIL Offer from Georgia, Notre Dame to Remain with the Hoosiers: ‘I Have No Plans Beyond Being Indiana Hoosiers Championship…full Detail
Breaking: Indiana Hoosiers Men’s basketball Star Luke Goode Stuns College Football World, Rejects Jaw-Dropping $9.5 Million NIL Offer from Georgia, Notre Dame to Remain with the Hoosiers: ‘I Have No Plans Beyond Being Indiana Hoosiers Championship…full Detail
In a college sports world driven by money and high-stakes NIL deals, Indiana’s Luke Goode is making headlines for a very different reason: loyalty. The senior guard reportedly turned down a staggering $9.5 million NIL offer from powerhouse football programs Georgia and Notre Dame to remain with the Indiana Hoosiers men’s basketball team.
While NIL offers of this size are typically associated with elite football recruits, Goode’s game and leadership have caught national attention. Still, the idea of a basketball player receiving that kind of deal from football programs is unusual—and raises eyebrows. Despite speculation and rumors, Goode hasn’t confirmed any dollar amounts, but his commitment to Indiana is clear.
I have no plans beyond being an Indiana Hoosier and chasing a championship here,” Goode said in a recent statement. It’s a bold stance in an era where players jump at the chance to cash in or transfer for better exposure.
Goode, an Indiana native, transferred from Illinois and has quickly become a fan favorite in Bloomington. He’s a reliable shooter, a locker room leader, and a symbol of the kind of old-school loyalty that’s rare in today’s game.
Indiana head coach Mike Woodson praised Goode’s character, saying, “He’s the kind of player every coach wants—skilled, tough, and committed.”
If true, turning down nearly $10 million speaks volumes. Whether out of love for the program, loyalty to his roots, or a belief in the team’s championship hopes, Goode’s decision bucks the trend.
In the end, Luke Goode isn’t just making a basketball decision. He’s making a statement—one that Hoosier Nation won’t forget anytime soon.
