Ohio State announces jersey patch sponsorship deal with JPMorgan Chase

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Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Ohio State announces jersey patch sponsorship deal with JPMorgan Chase
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Ohio State has secured a jersey patch sponsorship agreement with JPMorgan Chase, as announced on July 28, 2026. The deal includes all 36 varsity sports at Ohio State and aims to enhance support for athletes, particularly through NIL opportunities. The JPMorgan Chase logo will be positioned above the Big Ten patch on football jerseys starting with the 2026 season. The partnership leverages JPMorgan's strong presence in Ohio, as the bank has hired over 1,700 Ohio State alumni in five years. Full terms of the sponsorship have not been disclosed, but more than 25 schools have signed similar agreements as college football prepares for the upcoming season.

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  • JPMorgan Chase becomes Ohio State's jersey patch partner.
  • The partnership spans all 36 varsity sports at Ohio State.
  • The Buckeyes will feature the JPMorgan Chase logo on jerseys for the 2026 season.
  • The deal enhances support for Ohio State athletes and academic partnerships.
  • More than 25 colleges have inked similar jersey patch agreements.
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Ohio State has inked a jersey patch sponsorship deal with JPMorgan Chase, sources tell On3. The Buckeyes become the latest college football brand to add a jersey patch ahead of the 2026 season. The deal spans the full athletic department and all 36 varsity sports. The investment also provides new resources to support Ohio State […]

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Ohio State just announced its partnership with JPMorgan Chase and will place the bank’s logo on jerseys across all 36 varsity sports from the 2026-27 season. According to ESPN, the agreement is expected to generate nearly $17 million per year, making it one of the richest jersey patch deals in college sports to date.

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Ohio State is entering a partnership with JPMorganChase that includes jersey patches for all 36 teams and will yield nearly $17 million per year for the athletic program.

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