LSU’s staff is usually among the highest paid in college football, but one LSU assistant stood out, topping the list of assistant coaching salaries. LSU defensive coordinator Blake Baker pulled in $2.5 million in 2024. That was $200,000 more than Michigan DC Wink Martindale, who ranked No. 2 on the list.

You can’t win a conference title or College Football Playoff national championship without money these days. Not only does it go to players through Name, Image and Likeness, but