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College football's 30 highest-paid players in 2025, from Arch Manning to Jeremiyah Love
Every year, the biggest stars in college football have a chance to make money off their talents immediately before even getting to the NFL.
The NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) world gives players leverage that they didn't previously have, allowing them to negotiate their own deals with schools. That has led to a boom in the transfer portal and added a new layer to programs recruiting players out of high school.
Of course, some players earn more than others based on their pedigree and production. Therefore, here's a look at the 30 highest-paid players in college football for the 2025 season, according to the On3.com database.
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