Ohio State Partners with JPMorgan Chase for Record-Breaking Sponsorship Deal
Ohio State University has announced a new partnership with JPMorganChase, making the financial institution the official bank of Ohio State athletics and the first-ever jersey patch sponsor for all 36 of the university's athletic teams. This deal, worth an estimated…
Columbus, OH, July 28, 2026 —
Ohio State University has entered into a significant new partnership with financial giant JPMorgan Chase, establishing the company as the official bank of Ohio State athletics. In a landmark move, JPMorgan Chase will also become the first-ever jersey patch sponsor for all 36 of the university’s athletic teams.
The multi-year agreement is reportedly valued at an estimated $17 million annually. This deal represents JPMorgan Chase’s inaugural investment in college athletics, signifying a new frontier for the financial institution’s sports marketing endeavors.
Under the terms of the agreement, the Chase logo will be prominently featured on all Ohio State athletic uniforms across all sports. This visibility is expected to provide substantial brand exposure for JPMorgan Chase within the collegiate sports landscape.
The partnership highlights the increasing trend of major corporations investing heavily in college athletics, leveraging the widespread appeal and dedicated fan bases of top university programs. The financial terms underscore the significant value placed on these association and the potential return on investment for sponsors.
Further details regarding the duration of the partnership and specific activation plans are expected to be announced in the coming months.
Story summarized from the original created by Reilly Cahill on www.thelantern.com, see more information here.
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