Top 5 richest Notre Dame Fighting Irish based on NIL

3. Guerby Lambert

Lambert’s NIL valuation has quadrupled since he committed to the Fighting Irish – currently amounting to $559,000. While he chose Notre Dame over Harvard, the reality is that few Ivy League athletes make NIL money, per Harvard Magazine.  

Athletes earn significant money based on their roster value, per On3. Many can recall Lambert’s ranking as the No. 4 offensive tackle in the Class of 2024. There’s since been buzz that he could move up the depth chart quickly.  

Lambert’s NIL valuation isn’t significantly tied to his social media presence, considering he has only 4,500 followers across Instagram and X. But with an impressive academic profile, his future could entail endorsements that extend beyond athletics.