College football rosters exceed $40 million in recent spending survey
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 1:17 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
A CBS Sports poll shows that several college football programs have surpassed the $40 million mark in roster spending. Leading this trend is LSU under Lane Kiffin, with reported expenditures possibly approaching $50 million. The data highlights a significant shift in how teams allocate resources towards player acquisitions and roster management. The findings could influence recruitment strategies and budgeting across college football in the upcoming season.
- •CBS Sports conducted a poll of over 50 industry insiders.
- •LSU is reportedly at the forefront of roster spending.
- •Programs are increasingly investing heavily in player rosters.
- •Budgeting strategies may shift as a result of these findings.
- 1:17 PMCBS Sports — Ranking college football's most expensive rosters after polling 50-plus industry insiders
"A CBS Sports poll of industry insiders reveals multiple programs have crossed the $40 million roster threshold, led by Lane Kiffin's massive spending spree at LSU -- which may be closer to $50 million
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