Steve Sarkisian earns $10.8 million for 2025, ranking 5th nationally and 2nd in SEC behind Kirby Smart. Texas generates $331.9 million in total athletic revenue leading all SEC schools, with football alone producing $204.7 million; more than any program nationally.
Texas allocates $35-40 million total for football roster costs combining $20.5 million revenue sharing plus $15-19 million from Texas One Fund NIL collective, college football’s most aggressive spending.
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| Quarterbacks (QB) | Running Backs (RB) | Wide Receivers (WR) |
| Cole Lourd | CJ Baxter | Isaiah Bond |
| Arch Manning | Jaydon Blue | Aaron Butler |
| Trey Owens | Christian Clark | Bryce Chambers |
| Joe Tatum | Velton Gardner | Johntay Cook II |
| Jerrick Gibson | Freddie Dubose | |
| Quintrevion Wisner | Parker Livingstone | |
| DeAndre Moore Jr. | ||
| Ryan Niblett | ||
| Ryan Wingo | ||
| Kaliq Lockett | ||
| Rett Andersen | ||
| Reece Beauchamp | ||
| Ty Boatright | ||
| Hamilton McMartin | ||
| Quinn Merritt | ||
| Thatcher Milton | ||
| Remy Patson | ||
| Hudson Powell | ||
| Nik Sanders | ||
| Colin Page | ||
| Reid Watkins |
Top 10 Highest Paid Texas Football Staff 2024-2025
| Rank | Name | Position | Annual Salary | Contract Length | Total Contract Value |
| 1 | Steve Sarkisian | Head Coach | $10,800,000 | Through 2031 | $80,700,000 |
| 2 | Pete Kwiatkowski | Defensive Coordinator | $1,900,000 | Through 2026 | N/A |
| 3 | Kyle Flood | Offensive Coordinator | $1,800,000 | Through 2026 | N/A |
| 4 | Jeff Banks | Special Teams/TEs | $1,300,000 | Through 2027 | N/A |
| 5 | Johnny Nansen | Co-DC/Safeties | $1,200,000 | Through 2026 | N/A |
| 6 | Brent Harris | Wide Receivers | $1,100,000 | Through 2025 | N/A |
| 7 | Kenny Baker | Offensive Line | $950,000 | Through 2025 | N/A |
| 8 | Blake Gideon | Defensive Backs | $900,000 | Through 2025 | N/A |
| 9 | Bo Davis | Defensive Line | $850,000 | Through 2025 | N/A |
| 10 | Tashard Choice | Running Backs | $800,000 | Through 2025 | N/A |
Pete Kwiatkowski’s $1.9 million defensive coordinator salary ranks tied-9th nationally with Clemson’s Tom Allen.
His defense allowed just 15.3 points per game ranking 3rd nationally, justifying Texas’s $400,000 raise from his initial $1.5 million contract.
Kyle Flood earns $1.8 million as offensive coordinator ranking approximately 11th nationally.
Texas allocated nearly $23 million total coaching salaries in fiscal year 2024, with assistant pool exceeding $11 million representing SEC’s 4th-highest investment behind Georgia, Alabama, and LSU.
Texas Football Program Revenue Breakdown 2024-2025
| Revenue Source | 2024 Amount | % of Total | Conference Rank | National Rank |
| Football Revenue | $204,700,000 | 61.7% | 1st SEC | 1st National |
| SEC Media Rights | $50,000,000 | 15.1% | Tied SEC | Top 15 |
| Ticket Sales | $62,000,000 | 18.7% | 1st SEC | 1st National |
| Contributions/Donations | $65,000,000 | 19.6% | 1st SEC | 1st National |
| Other Revenue | $27,700,000 | 8.3% | N/A | N/A |
| Total Revenue | $331,900,000 | 100% | 1st SEC | 1st National |
Texas generated $331.9 million in total athletic revenue for fiscal year 2024, leading all SEC schools and ranking 1st nationally ahead of Ohio State’s $279.2 million.
Football alone produced $204.7 million—more than any program nationally—creating $138.9 million surplus supporting all 21 sports.
Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium’s 100,119 capacity generates $62 million in ticket sales, college football’s highest. The Longhorns’ premium seating renovations completed before SEC transition increased revenue by 22% from $50.8 million in 2023.
Texas Top NIL Earners & $40M Total Budget
| Player Name | Position | Est. NIL Value | Top NIL Deal | Total Deals |
| Arch Manning | Quarterback | $6,800,000 | Red Bull/Panini | 5+ deals |
| Quinn Ewers | Quarterback | $3,500,000 | Multiple brands | 6+ deals |
| Barryn Sorrell | Edge Rusher | $1,200,000 | Regional partners | 4+ deals |
| Kelvin Banks Jr | Offensive Tackle | $1,000,000 | Local businesses | 3+ deals |
| Anthony Hill Jr | Linebacker | $900,000 | Texas One Fund | 3+ deals |
Arch Manning’s $6.8 million NIL valuation makes him college football’s richest athlete, $2.5 million ahead of Georgia’s Carson Beck at $4.3 million. His Red Bull, Panini America ($102,500 exclusive card), EA Sports, Vuori, and Uber deals generate unprecedented quarterback earnings.
Texas allocates $35-40 million total football roster costs combining $20.5 million House settlement revenue sharing plus $15-19 million from Texas One Fund collective. This figure doubles Ohio State’s $20 million NIL budget from 2024 championship season.
Athletic director Chris Del Conte confirmed the $35-40 million represents “one-time exorbitant expense” expecting transition to pure revenue-sharing model if House settlement receives federal approval.
Texas plans phasing out NIL collective operations favoring direct university athlete payments.
How Much Does Steve Sarkisian Make at Texas?
Steve Sarkisian earns $10.8 million base salary for 2025, ranking 5th nationally. His contract includes annual raises reaching $12.3 million by 2031 through seven-year extension signed February 2025 after consecutive CFP semifinal appearances.
Sarkisian’s bonus structure allows maximum $1.85 million additional earnings. He receives $300,000 for SEC Championship appearance, $500,000 for winning conference, $600,000 for CFP qualification, and $450,000 for national championship, potentially pushing total compensation to $12.65 million.
His buyout stands at $60.3 million if Texas fires him without cause as of December 2025, ranking 2nd nationally behind only Kirby Smart’s $105.1 million. If Sarkisian leaves voluntarily before 2026, he owes Texas $6 million; after January 2026 just $4 million.
Texas vs Texas A&M: Which Program Spends More?
Steve Sarkisian’s $10.8 million salary trails Mike Elko’s new $11+ million by minimal margin, though Sarkisian’s structured raises reach $12.3 million by 2031 surpassing Elko’s plateau.
Texas’s $60.3 million buyout protection demonstrates confidence in sustained championship contention.
Total athletic revenue massively favors Texas at $331.9 million versus Texas A&M’s $266.4 million, a staggering $65.5 million gap (25% advantage).
Texas football’s $204.7 million revenue alone exceeds A&M’s entire athletic department by substantial margin.
NIL spending shows Texas dominance. The Longhorns’ $35-40 million combined roster costs (revenue sharing + NIL) exceed Texas A&M’s estimated $30-35 million total by $5-10 million.
Arch Manning’s $6.8 million individual valuation tops A&M’s entire quarterback room combined.
FAQs
How much does Steve Sarkisian make?
Steve Sarkisian earns $10.8 million for 2025 with annual raises reaching $12.3 million by 2031, ranking 5th nationally. His maximum bonus potential of $1.85 million could push compensation above $12 million.
How much is Arch Manning’s NIL worth?
Arch Manning’s NIL valuation reaches $6.8 million, college football’s highest by $2.5 million margin. His deals include Red Bull, Panini America ($102,500 exclusive card auction), EA Sports, Vuori, and Uber.
What is Texas’s NIL budget?
Texas allocates $35-40 million total football roster costs combining $20.5 million revenue sharing plus $15-19 million from Texas One Fund collective, doubling Ohio State’s $20 million 2024 championship budget.
How much does Texas make from football?
Texas football generated $204.7 million during fiscal year 2024, college football’s highest by $50+ million over second place. The program’s $138.9 million surplus supports all 21 Texas athletic programs.
