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About Eli Apple — NFL american Football athlete

Eli Apple is a veteran NFL defensive back with a strong personal brand built around elite football performance, style, and a confident, engaging online presence. He’s a natural fit for campaigns targeting sports fans, activewear, fashion, video games, and entrepreneurial-minded audiences who connect with authentic athlete storytelling.


Why you should sponsor me for your next influencer campaign?

 Eli Apple is a cornerback for the Carolina Panthers who played college football at The Ohio State University. At Ohio State, Eli helped the team win their first College Football Playoff national championship in 2015. In 2016, he was the Defensive MVP of the Buckeyes’ Fiesta Bowl victory over Notre Dame. Following Ohio State, Eli was selected by the New York Giants with the 10th overall draft pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Eli spent his entire NFL career with the New York Giants prior to being traded to the New Orleans Saints in October 2018. During his first four seasons in the NFL, he played 55 career games, starting 48, with three interceptions and 33 passes defended. This past offseason, Eli signed a contract with the Carolina Panthers. Career Highlights and Awards: Fiesta Bowl Champion (2016), CFP National Champion (2015), Sugar Bowl Champion (2015), Big Ten Champion (2014), Defensive MVP of the 2016 Fiesta Bowl

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📍CincinnatiOhioUnited States

San Francisco 49ers

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Social Media Deal

1 post & 1 story with the Eli Apple promoting your product.

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Long-term deal involving appearances, photoshoots, social media and more.

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Have Eli Apple make a live appearance at your next event

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Brands can sponsor Eli Apple on OpenSponsorship by creating a free account, browsing Eli Apple's profile, and sending a sponsorship proposal for social posts, appearances, or integrated campaigns. OpenSponsorship handles messaging, deliverables, and deal terms in one platform so you can connect directly with this athlete.

Eli Apple is listed on OpenSponsorship and available for brand sponsorships. Brands can review campaign packages, audience details, and pricing on this profile, then submit a proposal to start a partnership with this athlete.

According to OpenSponsorship, estimated pricing to sponsor Eli Apple starts at $1,800 for a social media post, $6,000 for a appearance and $6,000 for a brand ambassador campaign. Final rates depend on deliverables, usage rights, and campaign scope. Sign up on OpenSponsorship to view packages and send a proposal.

According to OpenSponsorship, Eli Apple's audience includes 122K+ Instagram followers, interests including Fitness & Performance, Apparel, Activewear, Video Games, Fashion, and more, based in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. Brands can use this profile to evaluate reach, content niche, and sponsorship fit before sending a proposal.

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July 1, 2026

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49ers Sign CB Eli Apple, DL Xavier Thomas, RB Zamir White to One-Year Deals; More Moves - San Francisco 49ers

August 12, 2026

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49ers sign CB Eli Apple, DL Xavier Thomas - Yahoo Sports

August 12, 2026

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49ers sign 3 veterans, including a familiar name - Niners Wire

August 12, 2026

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49ers Sign RB Zamir White, CB Eli Apple - ProFootballRumors.com

August 12, 2026

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49ers bring back Eli Apple - NBC Sports

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