Forbes iconForbesOct 15, 2026

College Sports’ $1.77 Billion Payout Shows NIL’s Impact On Football

College athletes received $1.77 billion in revenue-sharing payments in 2025-26. Here's how the money is changing college football recruiting and roster spending.

College Sports’ $1.77 Billion Payout Shows NIL’s Impact On Football

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