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None of them deserve 1/8th of what they are paid. No college coach should make more than ca. $200,000 a year. This is unrealistic in an "industry" that generates revenue in the billions of dollars. Like it or not, these guys are compensated commensurate with the money they generate. Well, Knapp. From the perspective of the University, all but about 12-15 football programs in the country cost more $ than they generate (as regards cash flow in and out of the athletic department). Now, a good research professor in a Chemistry or Physics (engineering, Biology, etc.) department will make ca. $150,000 a year, and, in terms of grants, generate over a $1,000,000 a year to their departments. Research-based Medical school professors often generate 3-5 times their salaries per year in grants. I know what you mean that it is an "industry" but, in general, college athletics are a fiscally-draining industry to the university (at least in terms of direct cash-flow). Solid scholarship among the faculty is a fiscal benefit to the university. College sports, however, are not. And... the best faculty (the stars) make 150-250K or so a year. That should be the limit for the best FB coaches too. That said, you are 100% correct --- the exorbitant salaries will continue. 4. Nebraska Cornhuskers Team Value: $93 million Profit: $49 million Head Coach: Bo Pelini Conference: Big 12 Previous Value Rank: 18 Lincoln, Neb., Metro Population: 295,486 Donations required by Nebraska for season ticket holders to keep their seats totaled $15 million last season. Looks like Bo is underpaid according to Forbes.

Another raise? Why? I hate to be a debbie downer here, but Bo hasn't accomplished much yet. He's won the North, but so did Clownahan. We haven't won a conference title yet, and we haven't played in a BCS Bowl yet. If he's about the money, then I hope he does go somewhere else. From what I can gather he's around the 25-26th highest paid coach now. Most of those above him have won NC and conference championships and played in BCS bowls. He's also paid more than coaches who've won NC such as Joe Pa, Spurrier, Schnellenberger, etc. Once we're in the Big 10, he'll be the third highest paid coach in the conference and more than likely soon to be second highest paid once Rich Rod gets fired next year. Actually only the top 7 have won the MNC recently. After that Paterno did, but everyone else above BO including Ferenz (most overpaid) and Gill (a close second) haven't won a title either.

What were they, exactly? He was wearing a Arkansas Jersey with his number and name on it and they even gave him his own locker. with his name and number on it Oops. Oh well. What's a couple more secondary violations in the SEC? FROM TOS Gift Guidelines The rules strictly forbid an athlete from accepting monetary gifts or special arrangements for family and friends. This rule applies throughout the entire recruiting process—on- and off-campus visits, tournament contacts, official signing day—and continues throughout the athlete’s collegiate career. Neither the athlete nor his parents or guardian may borrow money from a representative of a college or university at any point in the recruiting process. Gifts of the following items are also prohibited: personalized jerseys, team merchandise, equipment, clothing, loans or co-signing of loans, employment arrangements and free or discounted housing. http://blog.stack.com/2010/10/14/must-know-ncaa-recruiting-rules-and-regulations/ I assume this is correct.

What were they, exactly? He was wearing a Arkansas Jersey with his number and name on it and they even gave him his own locker. with his name and number on it Oops. Oh well. What's a couple more secondary violations in the SEC? FROM TOS