Independent Football NIL Rankings
Independent programs control their own schedules and brands — led by Notre Dame, one of the most valuable NIL markets in the sport.
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Top Independent Players by Estimated NIL Value
| # | Player | School | Est. NIL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Rodney DunhamEDGE · Class of 2026 | Notre Dame | $312K |
| 2 |  Khary AdamsCB · Class of 2026 | Notre Dame | $263K |
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| # | Player | School | Rating | Natl Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Khary AdamsCB · Class of 2026 | Notre Dame | ★★★★★ | #23 |
| 2 |  Ayden PounceyCB · Class of 2026 | Notre Dame | ★★★★ | #34 |
| 3 |  Chaz SmithCB · Class of 2026 | Notre Dame | ★★★★ | #184 |
| 4 |  Nick ReddishCB · Class of 2026 | Notre Dame | ★★★ | #737 |
NIL values shown are estimates based on publicly available information, including social reach and reported partnerships — they are not confirmed compensation. Reported deals are based on public sources; financial terms of most deals are not publicly disclosed. Estimated values originate from On3's published NIL valuation.