LSU’s high price gamble: How much will LSU be paying for Will Wade and Lane Kiffin?
LSU's athletic program is paying a high price to compete at the top level, with a total cost of over $200 million for coach buyouts and salaries. The university has committed to paying new coaches Will Wade and Lane Kiffin a combined $121 million over seven years, with additional costs for roster payroll.
LSU's athletic program is investing heavily in its coaches. The total cost is over $200 million, including buyouts for former coaches Brian Kelly and Matt McMahon. New coaches Will Wade and Lane Kiffin have seven-year deals, with Kiffin earning $91 million and Wade earning $30 million. The football roster will cost an estimated $40 million, while the basketball roster will cost $12-15 million. These costs are part of LSU's effort to compete at the top level in college sports.
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