Notre Dame ranks among top roster spenders in college football

Notre Dame is reportedly spending between $41 million and $48 million on its roster for the 2026 season, positioning itself just outside the top five in college football spending. Under head coach Marcus Freeman, the program has made significant upgrades and has retained key players, aiming for College Football Playoff contention. Ohio State leads in spending with an estimated $49 million to $54 million. Other notable teams include Oregon and Florida, who also have substantial budgets but face challenges early in the season. The information comes from an estimate by The Athletic based on input from various sources across the sport.

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