A left tackle can make $4M in college football, not the NFL. Is this pay for play?
Summary
College football players can make millions from sponsorship deals because of new rules that let them earn money from their name, image, and likeness (NIL). In contrast, NFL offensive linemen usually earn less from endorsements, even though their contracts can be large.Key Facts
- College players can earn high amounts through NIL deals, sometimes millions of dollars.
- NIL allows college athletes to profit from their fame without being paid a traditional salary.
- Dan Moore, an NFL left tackle, has only small endorsement deals, unlike some college players.
- NFL offensive linemen rarely get large sponsorship deals, even if they have big contracts.
- Jordan Seaton, a college left tackle, reportedly makes $4 million from various sponsorships.
- The NCAA still does not consider college athletes as professionals paid to play.
- Large endorsement deals in the NFL are mostly given to skill position players like tight ends and quarterbacks.
- The underlined change in college sports aims to let players earn money without losing amateur status.
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