NFL Players Out Of This North Carolina University Make The Most Money
There is a lot of money in football for both the players and the organizations. These days in college with NIL and of course the massive salaries of the NFL. And deciding where to play college football, for that income, and the best shot at making it in the NFL can be a big decision for players. But which colleges give you the potential to earn the most money in the NFL? A new study by sports betting media group Canada Sports Betting revealed the colleges producing the highest-earning NFL players. To do this they analyzed the lifetime career earnings of active NFL players who attended college in America. They used this to then calculate the average earnings per player from different colleges. Some of the top schools were not what I would have guessed. I was glad to see NFL players out of a certain North Carolina University I attended made the most money though.
If you know me I am a die-hard NC State fan. Coming in 21st place out of 77 universities and the highest in the state is North Carolina State University. Or NC State as we prefer. Former Wolfpack players in the NFL from here earn on average $14,863,730. This is 29% ($3,400,885) higher than the national average of $11,462,845. NC State Alumni in the NFL include two Carolina Panthers Ikem Ekwonu, Chandler Zavala, and Juston Burris. Other notable names are Miami Dolphin Bradley Chubb, Kansas City offensive lineman Joe Thuney, and Las Vegas Raiders stand-out wide receiver Jakobi Myers among others. You can see a full list here.
Here are the average salaries of NFL players out of the other major North Carolina universities:
- #43 North Carolina $9,955,765
- # 55 Duke $8,422,587
- #72 Appalachian State $3,738,622
- # 76 Wake Forest $2,778,426
Surprisingly Alabama did not top this list, instead, it was USC (Southern Cal as we have to clarify in the Carolinas). The Trojans were followed by Mississippi State and Clemson. The Crimson Tide came in 13th. These averages were compiled by our friends at Canada Sports Betting who took data on all currently active NFL players to calculate the average earnings per player by college attended. Per player average earnings were calculated by dividing the total average earnings by the number of active players. Colleges with fewer than ten active players were excluded. Thanks to Canada Sports Betting for sharing their research with us.
5 Best Personalities in the NFL Right Now
Patrick Mahomes
Patrick Mahomes, of course, is the star quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs. He’s considered the best quarterback of his era and possibly the next Tom Brady. But, aside from his skills, he also has a big personality. He has more than 6 million Instagram followers, and he posts a bunch of stuff up there, from football material to family photos.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JANUARY 07: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs off the field after the first half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on January 07, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images)
Travis Kelce
Travis Kelce, the celebrated tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, is pretty much the most famous guy in football this season. Yes, it’s because of his relationship with Taylor Swift. I hate to make that a reason to have him named one of the best personalities in the NFL, but heck, even without the Taylor factor, Kelce has a huge personality that people love.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – OCTOBER 01: Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on prior to the game New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 01, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
Dan Campbell
All eyes are on Dan Campbell this season, as the Lions all pulling off some incredible things. That’s not common for the Detroit Lions, either. But, Campbell has some of the wackiest ideas and quotes, and that makes him loveable. Remember that time he wanted a pet Lion at practices? I love this dude.
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – DECEMBER 11: Head coach Dan Campbell of the Detroit Lions during a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field on December 11, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
Bill Belichick
Bill Belichick needs no introduction, but we’ll introduce him anyway. He’s the head coach and general manager of the New England Patriots. He’s had some rough years as of late, but nothing can take away his glimmering record. Belichick just tells it like it is. He’s incredible with strategies, and that really stands out with his coaching.
GLENDALE, AZ – FEBRUARY 01: Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots stands on the field during the pregame warm up prior to playing in Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium on February 1, 2015 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Jalen Hurts
Jalen Hurts, the star quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, is something of a hero on the field. But, off the field, he’s known for his deep, insightful comments that show he has wisdom beyond his years. He’s a major contender and personality.
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 12: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up before playing against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium on February 12, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
