Washington Huskies' 2026 Roster Valued at $28.4 Million
The Washington Huskies' 2026 football roster carries a market value of roughly $28.4 million, positioning the team fifth among Big Ten programs in terms of overall worth.
That figure is not a payroll but a composite estimate that blends revenue‑share agreements with the growing landscape of name, image and likeness (NIL) deals, offering a snapshot of how much the university and its partners are investing in the student‑athlete brand.
Valuation Methodology and Revenue-Sharing
Junior quarterback Demond Williams Jr. leads the Huskies with a valuation of $4.5 million, making him the seventh‑highest paid passer in all of college football.
In the broader Big Ten, Oregon’s Dante Moore sits second among conference quarterbacks with a $7.5 million valuation, underscoring the competitive nature of player pricing across the league.
Financial Allocation Across Roster Categories
Edge rushers Jacob Lane and Isaiah Ward, along with senior right tackle Drew Azzopardi, each command seven‑figure valuations, reflecting the premium placed on defensive playmakers.
Freshman offensive tackle Kodi Greene, projected to start at left tackle, is valued at $724,500, illustrating the early financial impact of incoming talent.
The $28.4 million total breaks down into $21.2 million earmarked for retained players, $5.1 million for transfers arriving via the portal, and $2.1 million for the incoming freshman class, providing a rough ledger of where the money is flowing.
When compared with peers, the Huskies' valuation trails only the likes of Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State within the conference, yet it outpaces several traditional powerhouses, underscoring the shifting economics of Big Ten football.