College Football Paychecks Skyrocket | California News

College football’s money game is hotter than ever, with top QBs raking in $1M–$3M and elite stars hitting $5M+, as programs splash over $20M on rosters. The transfer portal’s single-window frenzy has driven prices sky-high, forcing teams to act fast or miss out. Running backs ($300K–$800K), wideouts ($400K–$1M, with outliers like Jeremiah Smith rumored at $5M), and tight ends ($300K–$600K) are cashing in big. Offensive linemen—tackles ($600K–$1.2M), guards/centers ($400K–$800K)—and defensive stars—edge rushers ($500K–$1.2M), DTs ($1.5M tops)—are commanding premium pay. Cornerbacks ($400K–$900K) and safeties (sometimes higher due to scarcity) follow, while specialists from kickers to snappers also see rising payouts. Talent is worth more than ever—and the market’s never been tighter. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/70a3ff9c68881527