Dieunerst Collin, years removed from going viral on the internet, inked a name, image and likeness deal with Popeyes on Thursday. He plays Division II college football now.
in 2022, inked a name, image and likeness deal with Popeyes on Thursday as scores of fans tagged the fast-food chain on Twitter and Instagram to get their attention. Wingstop and KFC also tried to get in on the action but to no avail.
"A lot can happen with the power of the internet behind you!" Collin said in a news release."I can’t believe I can say I’m officially sponsored by Popeyes. Thank you to everyone who helped spread the good word!"Popeyes featured Collin on a billboard near his hometown and the two sides will be doing more content over the course of the next few months.
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