WATCH: Quinn Ewers takes first collegiate snaps in blowout win

Ohio State freshman quarterback Quinn Ewers took his first college snaps for the Buckeyes in the final seconds of a 56-7 win over No. 7 Michigan State. After pulling starter CJ Stroud midway through the third quarter in favor of freshman Kyle McCord, head coach Ryan Day gifted the final snaps of Senior Day to the reclassified freshman.

Despite early indications that Ewers would not play in 2021 – giving him time to adjust to the college game in what should be his senior year of high school – he saw snaps in Saturday’s win. The On3 consensus five-star prospect did not record any stats, but handed the ball off inside his own end zone as the clock ticked toward zero.

You knew something was up by the crowd's reaction.

It was Quinn Ewers getting the first snap of his @OhioStateFB career. 👀 pic.twitter.com/5hmDii5IBw

— Ohio State on BTN (@OhioStateOnBTN) November 20, 2021

Despite his lack of playing time, Ewers has become a popular NIL name, capitalizing on new NCAA guidelines which made his college decision profitable.

Quinn Ewers NIL deals

Ohio State freshman quarterback Quinn Ewers signed an NIL deal with autograph dealer GTSM, per The Action Network’s Daren Rovell. Ewers becomes the company’s first big Name, Image and Likeness deal, reaching an agreement in excess of $1.4 million.

GTSM is one of the largest athlete autograph dealers in the United States and has partnered with a number of athletes across the country to offer unique deals to its customers at events which pop up at various locations.

The company most recently hosted an event in Houston, Texas, four hours from Ewers’ hometown. Player signings from Astros stars Jose Altuve, Michael Brantley and others were available, long with signings by new Houston Texan Mark Ingram II.

The next event is set for Southern California in 2022 and already includes names like Bo Jackson, Fred Biletnikoff and Josh Jacobs, with others possibly lined up.

In addition to Ewers’ NIL deal with GTSM, he has explored local endorsements near his new home. Since arriving in Columbus, Ohio, Ewers has been welcomed with open arms by Ohio State fans and local businesses alike.

Recently, local Columbus business Ricart Automotive opened their doors to Ewers with a gift. Moreover, they opened the door to a brand new, supercharged Ford F-250 Tremor for the true freshman Ohio State quarterback.

Before he even takes the field in a game for the Buckeyes, Ewers is getting the star treatment. While taking a ride in the truck, owner Rick Ricart even wore a mullet wig to match the young quarterback’s famous hairstyle.