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Miami Hurricanes QB Darian Mensah earns more than LeBron James

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 1:15 AM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Miami Hurricanes QB Darian Mensah earns more than LeBron James

Summary

Darian Mensah, an incoming quarterback for the Miami Hurricanes, has signed a $6.5 million NIL deal, exceeding LeBron James' annual salary from his recent contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. James agreed to a two-year deal worth $8 million, translating to $4 million annually. This salary disparity highlights the evolving of college athletics and NIL opportunities. Other college athletes, including Milan Momcilovic and Flory Bidunga, are also earning more than James through NIL agreements, showing the increase of income potential in collegiate sports.

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•Darian Mensah's NIL deal with Miami is worth $6.5 million.
•LeBron James signed for $4 million annually with the 76ers.
•Milan Momcilovic and Flory Bidunga also earn more than James.
•The NIL model is reshaping earnings in college athletics.
•Mensah joined Miami after transferring from Duke.

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