As Arch Manning prepares to commence his career as a big-time college football quarterback, he’ll be making big-time money.

As explained by Dana Hunsinger Benbow of the Indianapolis Star , via Sports Business Journal , Manning has projected earnings of $6.8 million for 2025, making him the most valuable college athlete in the country. That’s $2.5 million more than the second-highest earner, Miami quarterback Carson Beck.

It’s also more money than most pro football players will make this year. If (when) Manning enters the draft pool, he’ll likely be taken high enough to earn plenty more in salary — and he’ll likely make more in sponsorships at the next level.

The situation gives him plenty of options for 2026 and beyond. He recently disputed a prediction by his grandfather, Archie Ma

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