NIL figures, transfer portal -- Recruiting confidential

[UNLV2001]

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6033148/2025/01/03/college-football-recruiting-all-americans-nil-transfer-portal/

We spoke to more than 30 players and granted them anonymity so they could speak candidly on topics such as NIL, the transfer portal, campus visits and more.

Based on conversations you’ve had with college programs (coaches, NIL directors) and other elite recruits, how much are you expecting to get paid in your first year in college? What is a baseline number for your position at a Power 4 program?

I know athletes who get a pretty penny in the SEC. It all depends on how bad the school needs the player. With Bryce (Underwood), Michigan needed a quarterback. So, he’ll get paid as much as $12 million to go to Michigan. For an All-American offensive tackle, base $1.5 million.

I don’t have an agent, but an All-American offensive tackle should get $100,000 at least. That’s what my peers have said and what I’ve heard early.

I’m not really about comparing money as a quarterback. It’s kind of crazy nowadays. I think it depends on the school, size of the school and what they can give you. If we’re talking about All-Americans, that’s six figures to start.

It depends on which college you go to. They all spend different amounts on freshmen. As a defensive end going to a Power 4 school, I’ve been told $60,000 to $80,000 a semester. Every contract is different. You can sign a two-year, three-year deal. What you get after your first deal is up to you and how you play.

(Bryce) Underwood got $10 million to play quarterback. I’d say $200,000 is probably a good starting place for a four- or five-star safety.

The going rate for a high school All-American defensive back depends on how bad a school wants you or how bad they need you. No low-ball number — knowing taxes are going to take 40 percent‚ $300,000 to $700,000. Taxes are the devil.

My agent has told me anywhere from $300,000 to $700,000 for a high school All-American linebacker.

A blue-chip All-American defensive lineman? $250,000. That doesn’t include the bag. The second year, if you do what you’re supposed to do, you can get as much as $750,000.

I think you should get paid as much as you’re worth as an all-around person — not just football‚ but a representative for the university. As a high school All-American defensive lineman, I’d say $250,000 to $300,000 a year is the number I was given when I committed. That’s for one year over two semesters. They told me from there, I’ve got a chance to make as much as $500,000 to $550,000 down the road.

I’ve heard crazy stuff from people here. But baseline: $220,000 to $225,000 for your first year as a high school All-American defensive lineman.

 

 

[Jersey Rebels]

12 million to flip him from LSU. Unreal. 

[CougarFrog]

I am encouraged that there are 1 and 2 year deals and performance issues.   A year ago the base deal was 3 or 4 years.   Both sides can readjust as needed. 

These deals are also separate from real spokeperson deals.  If a player is on a lot of local commercials he is getting paid.   A big social media following means getting paid like influencers as well. 

[pomf]

On 1/3/2025 at 12:46 PM, UNLV2001 said:

Taxes are the devil.

Found the libertarian.

[azgreg]

https://x.com/flasportsbuzz/status/1877780039602786515

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The Fox affiliate in Miami reports that UM's contract with Carson Beck is a one year, $4 M deal. As perspective, former second round pick Will Levis made $950,000 base as Tennessee Titans starting QB this season.

 

[Jersey Rebels]