In a dynamic fusion of college football prestige and professional wrestling flair, Tennessee Volunteers legend Peyton Manning was among the first to hold the newly unveiled WWE Tennessee Legacy Title Belt. This event took place at Fanatics Fest NYC, held from August 16–18, 2024, at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City.
🔥 WWE’s Collegiate Legacy Title Belts: A New Era of Fandom
On August 16, 2024, WWE, in collaboration with the NCAA, introduced a line of officially licensed collegiate legacy title belts. These belts feature the official branding and colors of select universities from major conferences, including the Southeastern Conference (SEC), Big Ten, Big 12, and Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Notable institutions represented include Georgia, Alabama, Texas, Michigan, Ohio State, Notre Dame, and Colorado.
The belts are available for purchase at WWEShop.com and Fanatics.com, retailing at $549.99. They serve as a unique collectible for fans, merging collegiate pride with the iconic WWE championship design.
🏈 Peyton Manning’s Special Moment
During Fanatics Fest NYC, Peyton Manning, a two-time Super Bowl champion and five-time NFL MVP, participated in the unveiling of the Tennessee Volunteers WWE Legacy Title Belt. Manning, who led the Volunteers from 1994 to 1997, expressed admiration for the belt, calling it “beautiful.” While not an avid WWE fan, his involvement underscored the belt’s significance in bridging sports cultures.
Manning’s participation highlighted the belt’s role in celebrating collegiate achievements through the lens of WWE’s championship tradition.
🛍️ How to Own a Piece of the Legacy
Fans eager to showcase their allegiance can purchase the Tennessee Volunteers WWE Legacy Title Belt online. The belt is available for $549.99 at both WWEShop.com and Fanatics.com.
This collaboration between WWE and the NCAA offers fans a tangible connection to their favorite teams, blending the excitement of college football with the grandeur of WWE championships.
For a glimpse of Peyton Manning’s interaction with the belt, watch the video below: