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College football is American football played by teams of student athletes fielded by American universities, colleges, and military academies, or Canadian football played by teams of student athletes fielded by Canadian universities. It was through college football play that American football rules first gained popularity in the United States.

When considering the amount of revenue that college sports generate for their given universities, there’s no question that the athletes who participate in them should be paid for their services.

But exactly how much?

Report: The Average College Football Player Is Worth $149K