Denzel Burke is a cornerback who spent four formative years on the Ohio State Buckeyes roster, representing the Ohio State University in the Big Ten Conference as a cornerback. His football prep career began at Saguaro High School in Scottsdale, Arizona, following a stint at Brophy College Preparatory in Phoenix. Playing both defensive back and wide receiver roles, Denzel Burke's senior year was cut short due to injury, limiting his play to just one game.
Burke enrolled with the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2021. His freshman year in 2021 saw him starting in all 13 games, showcasing his skills with 35 tackles, an interception, and a touchdown. Acknowledged for his performance, Burke received accolades such as Third-Team All-Big Ten in 2021. His achievements were further recognized in 2023 when he earned the prestigious First-team All-Big Ten honor. Last season, Burke recorded a career-high 48 combo tackles with two interceptions (via ESPN).
Denzel Burke NIL deal
Denzel Burke's brand endorsements include prominent brands like Kane Footwear, EA Sports, Next Gen, The Foundation, and The 1870 Society, as per On3.
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Denzel Burke NIL deal tracker
Denzel Burke first signed an NIL deal on July 18, 2022, with The Foundation. Since then, he has made several NIL deals with popular brands. Here are the details, as per On3:
| Date | Deal Partners |
| July 18, 2022 | The Foundation |
| September 20, 2022 | The Foundation |
| October 26, 2022 | Kane Footwear |
| July 3, 2023 | Next Gen Camps |
| January 26, 2024 | The 1870 Society |
| February 22, 2024 | EA Sports |
| February 29, 2024 | The 1870 Society |
| November 09, 2024 | Kane Footwear |
EA Sports NIL deal
Burke's partnership with EA Sports was announced on February 22, 2024, through his X (Twitter) handle. He announced that he is in a game called College Football 25 developed by EA Sports.
The Foundation NIL deal
Denzel Burke signed his first NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deal with The Foundation, which is a non-profit organization that provides NIL deals to Ohio State Buckeyes student-athletes and promotes charitable causes. On September 21, 2022, The Foundation officially announced its partnership with Denzel Burke throughout their X (Twitter) handle.
Kane Footwear
On October 26, 2022, Kane Footwear, a shoe brand, announced its partnership with student athletes, including Denzel Burke, through an Instagram post. On September 18, 2024, and November 23, 2024, Denzel Bruke posted a promotional video of the brand Kane Footwear promoting its products.
Next Gen Camps
On July 03, 2023, Next Gen Camps partnered with Ohio State Buckeyes football athletes, including Denzel Burke, Marvin Harrison Jr., Cade Stover, Miyan Williams, and Jack Sawyer. The brand announced that these players will be at their camp scheduling the meeting for July 12, 2023.
The 1870 Society
On January 26, 2024, Burke signed with The 1870 Society, a collective that supports Ohio State athletes through various initiatives and partnerships. Further, on February 29, 2024, Denzel Burke promoted an event through his X (Twitter) handle that was organized by the 1870 Society.
FAQ's on Denzel Burke
A. Denzel Burke attended Ohio State University, excelling as a cornerback for the Buckeyes.
A. Brands such as Next Gen Camps, Kane Footwear, EA Sports, The Foundation, and more.
A. Denzel Burke stands at 5 feet 11 inch.
A. Denzel Burke weighs 186 pounds, or 84kgs.
