Paying players nearly brought down Miami football. Now it has the Hurricanes in a title game.
Posted Jan 18, 2026
In an era where college athletes can be compensated for endorsements and even be paid directly by their schools, the University of Miami has turned into one of the nation’s most aggressive aboveboard spenders. The Hurricanes have a payroll of about $30 million, a person familiar with the matter said, which is among the highest in college football.
(MSN.com)
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