LSU has landed the No. 1 transfer portal class in college football, and the rumors are already swirling — including claims that the Tigers’ roster could cost more than $40 million.

So how can LSU afford it?

In this episode, we break down the money in the simplest, most straightforward way possible. We explain how LSU is using revenue sharing alongside true third-party NIL deals to build what may be the greatest transfer portal class of this era — and why most fans completely misunderstand how NIL actually works.

We discuss:

Where the $40 million number comes from

Revenue share vs. NIL — and why the difference matters

How LSU gained a massive edge in the transfer portal

Why this model is the future of college football roster building

By the end of this episode, you’ll understand NIL better than most fans — and be able to shut down bad takes the next time the topic comes up.

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