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LSU Is Paying $162 Million To Three Coaches

LSU Is Paying $162 Million To Three Coaches

Dec 5, 2025

The LSU Tigers just hired a new coach. They're still paying their last two coaches thanks to extensive buyouts.

Zion Williamson Has Made A Ton Of Money Despite Missing More Than Half His Team's Games

Zion Williamson Has Made A Ton Of Money Despite Missing More Than Half His Team's Games

Dec 2, 2025

Zion Williamson is headed to the injured list yet again. And that means the Pelicans will continue to pay him to miss games.

Lane Kiffin's New Deal Pays Him $13 Million Per Year And Includes An 80% Buyout

Lane Kiffin's New Deal Pays Him $13 Million Per Year And Includes An 80% Buyout

Dec 2, 2025

Lane Kiffin is officially the head coach of the LSU Tigers. His contract includes a huge salary and buyout, plus incentive escalators.

The Ten Highest-Paid Coaches In College Football

The Ten Highest-Paid Coaches In College Football

Dec 2, 2025

In the 1980s, the highest-paid college football coach in the world made $500,000. Today, that's an annual travel stipend for an elite coach. These are the 10 highest-paid college football coaches on earth…

Jon Sumrall Will More Than Double His Annual Salary After Leaving Tulane For Florida

Jon Sumrall Will More Than Double His Annual Salary After Leaving Tulane For Florida

Dec 1, 2025

Jon Sumrall is heading to Gainesville to coach the Florida Gators—and getting a healthy raise in the process.

Kentucky Has Fired Mark Stoops—And The School Owes Him A Ton Of Money To Go Away

Kentucky Has Fired Mark Stoops—And The School Owes Him A Ton Of Money To Go Away

Dec 1, 2025

After 13 seasons, Kentucky has parted ways with Mark Stoops. That means the Wildcats are on the hook for a massive buyout.

Lane Kiffin Officially Accepts The LSU Job—And Will Not Coach Ole Miss In The College Football Playoff

Lane Kiffin Officially Accepts The LSU Job—And Will Not Coach Ole Miss In The College Football Playoff

Nov 30, 2025

Lane Kiffin is officially the next head coach of the LSU Tigers. He's leaving Ole Miss in amidst of one of its most successful season ever.

Dylan Cease Just Signed One Of The Largest Contracts For A Pitcher In MLB History

Dylan Cease Just Signed One Of The Largest Contracts For A Pitcher In MLB History

Nov 29, 2025

Weeks after a tough World Series defeat, the Toronto Blue Jays have signed one of baseball's best pitchers on the free agent market.

Eliah Drinkwitz's New Extension Makes Him One Of College Football's Highest-Paid Coaches

Eliah Drinkwitz's New Extension Makes Him One Of College Football's Highest-Paid Coaches

Nov 29, 2025

Eliah Drinkwitz has helped turn Missouri into a strong program in the SEC. The university is rewarding him with a massive contract extension.

The Big 12 Now Has A $50 Million Equity Partnership With The Players Era Festival

The Big 12 Now Has A $50 Million Equity Partnership With The Players Era Festival

Nov 25, 2025

The Big 12 agreed to a five-year deal that will give it plenty of big-game matchups—and big-dollar earnings.

James Franklin Is Now Being Paid By Penn State And Virginia Tech

James Franklin Is Now Being Paid By Penn State And Virginia Tech

Nov 25, 2025

Penn State fired James Franklin midway through the season. It'll still owe him money even though he's now coaching at another school.

LSU Is Offering Lane Kiffin $90 Million AND $25 Million In NIL And Revenue Sharing Deals

LSU Is Offering Lane Kiffin $90 Million AND $25 Million In NIL And Revenue Sharing Deals

Nov 24, 2025

Lane Kiffin is currently coaching Ole Miss, but the LSU Tigers are doing everything in their power to bring him to Baton Rouge.

Inside MLB's New Media Rights Deals With NBC, Netflix, And ESPN

Inside MLB's New Media Rights Deals With NBC, Netflix, And ESPN

Nov 24, 2025

On the heels of a highly competitive World Series, Major League Baseball is expanding its viewing options for fans.

Jeeno Thitikul Just Doubled Her Season Earnings By Winning The LPGA Tour Finale

Jeeno Thitikul Just Doubled Her Season Earnings By Winning The LPGA Tour Finale

Nov 23, 2025

Jeeno Thitikul has had a record-setting season. After her latest victory, she's also had a financially lucrative one.

LSU Could Be Spending An Historical Amount Of Money On Its Football Program

LSU Could Be Spending An Historical Amount Of Money On Its Football Program

Nov 23, 2025

The LSU Tigers last won a championship in 2019. The school is willing to pay a high price to return to the College Football Playoff.

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How Much Did Babe Ruth Make Per Year At The Peak Of His Career, In Salary And Endorsements?

How Much Did Babe Ruth Make Per Year At The Peak Of His Career, In Salary And Endorsements?

May 31, 2019
Babe Ruth had one of the most impressive single-season performances during the Yankees' powerhouse 1927 season. Between salary and endorsements, how much did Ruth earn that year?
Cooper Flagg Could Make Nearly A Billion Dollars By The Time He Turns 31

Cooper Flagg Could Make Nearly A Billion Dollars By The Time He Turns 31

Jun 26, 2025
Cooper Flagg is officially the No. 1 pick. And if his career breaks a certain way, he stands to make a TON of money.
The 10 Highest Paid Surfers In The World

The 10 Highest Paid Surfers In The World

Nov 6, 2025
Most surfers would be thrilled to catch waves all day for free beers and tacos. But for a handful of pros, that same dream lifestyle now pays millions. From Kelly Slater and Gabriel Medina to Kai Lenny and Jamie O'Brien, here's how surfing's biggest stars turned ocean stoke into serious income.
Why Is Michael Jordan Suing NASCAR And Its CEO?

Why Is Michael Jordan Suing NASCAR And Its CEO?

Oct 8, 2024
Michael Jordan founded 23XI Racing in 2020. Since then, he's had to operate under NASCAR rules—which allegedly aren't fair to the teams.
Mike Tyson's Biggest Career Paydays In The Ring

Mike Tyson's Biggest Career Paydays In The Ring

Aug 21, 2025
Mike Tyson is one of the most successful boxers of all-time, and it brought him in a ton of money throughout his career. Here's a look at his biggest paydays.
Nothing But Net Worth: How Hakeem Olajuwon Built An Enormous Real Estate Empire Using ZERO Debt

Nothing But Net Worth: How Hakeem Olajuwon Built An Enormous Real Estate Empire Using ZERO Debt

Apr 6, 2025
After dominating the NBA, Hakeem Olajuwon quietly built a $300 million real estate empire — without borrowing a single dollar. Guided by faith and discipline, "The Dream" turned Houston land into long-term wealth, all on his own terms.
How Nike Landed Michael Jordan Back In 1984

How Nike Landed Michael Jordan Back In 1984

Jun 25, 2015
The Air Jordan is one of the most popular sneaker brands of all time. But did you know that Michael Jordan. came extremely close to NOT signing with Nike?
Clint Eastwood Doesn't Just Play Golf At Pebble Beach, He Owns The Course (And Three Others In The Area)

Clint Eastwood Doesn't Just Play Golf At Pebble Beach, He Owns The Course (And Three Others In The Area)

Mar 4, 2025
At the turn of the century, Pebble Beach was up for sale. A team of investors, led by Peter Ueberroth and Clint Eastwood, ensured it would be in good hands.
Did Neymar Just Inherit $1 Billion From A Stranger's Will?

Did Neymar Just Inherit $1 Billion From A Stranger's Will?

Sep 5, 2025
According to a viral rumor, a 31-year-old billionaire in Brazil just died and left his entire fortune to Neymar... because he was a huge fan.
After Earning $163 Million In The NBA, Gilbert Arenas Couldn't Afford His Children's School Tuition Just Four Years After Retiring

After Earning $163 Million In The NBA, Gilbert Arenas Couldn't Afford His Children's School Tuition Just Four Years After Retiring

Jul 30, 2025
Gilbert Arenas earned over $160 million in the NBA, perhaps closer to $200 million when you include endorsements. And yet, somehow just four years after retiring, he couldn't afford his children's tuition. And now he's being charged with running an illegal gambling ring.