
Zakee Wheatley is a Carolina Panthers safety and Penn State alumnus whose content blends elite football performance with polished fashion and lifestyle storytelling. Brands get an authentic athlete with strong visual presentation, training credibility, and a personality that fits sports, apparel, fitness, golf, and lifestyle campaigns.
Ā Zakee Wheatley is one of the star defensive backs for the Penn State Nittany Lions football program. He had a breakout season, winning the defensive MVP award in the 2024 Fiesta Bowl after recording an interception and fumble recovery in their win of the bowl game.
Carolina Panthers
Pennsylvania State University (Penn State)
United States
Has access to a professional photographer
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1 post & 1 story with the Zakee Wheatley promoting your product.
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Have Zakee Wheatley make a live appearance at your next event
Brands can sponsor Zakee Wheatley on OpenSponsorship by creating a free account, browsing Zakee Wheatley'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.
Zakee Wheatley 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 Zakee Wheatley starts at $4,000 for a social media post, $6,000 for a appearance and $36,000 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, Zakee Wheatley's audience includes 33K+ Instagram followers, interests including Fitness & Performance, Fashion, Apparel, Travel, Fashion, and more, based in State College, PA, United States. Brands can use this profile to evaluate reach, content niche, and sponsorship fit before sending a proposal.

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