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Who Are the Top NIL Earners in College Baseball? 2026 D1Baseball Rankings and Valuations

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14. Roman Kimball (South Carolina)
Kimball is a high-velocity right-hander entering his senior season with the Gamecocks. A former Notre Dame standout, he remains a key piece of the South Carolina rotation as they look to make a deep 2026 postseason run.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: UCF

Position: Pitcher

Height: 5 ft 11

Weight: 185 lb

Class: Redshirt Senior

High School: P27 Baseball Academy

Birthplace: New Hartford, New York

Social Media Followers: 931
1. Cam Thompson (Texas State)
A graduate leader for the Bobcats, Thompson brings elite size (6'3") and a veteran presence to the middle of the order. Entering the 2026 season, he aims to bounce back from a 2025 campaign in which he posted a .229 average while maintaining a consistent 12.3% walk rate, highlighting his disciplined approach at the plate.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Texas State

Position: Outfielder

Height: 6 ft 2

Weight: 220 lb

High School: Owasso

Birthplace: Owasso, Oklahoma

Social Media Followers: 111,100
2. Derek Blackmore (Coppin State)
Derek Blackmore enters 2026 as a senior anchor for the Eagles' infield. Standing 6'1" and 215 pounds, he remains one of the most physically imposing players in the MEAC and a cornerstone of the Coppin State roster.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Coppin State

Position: Infielder

Height: 6 ft 1

Weight: 200 lb

Class: Senior

High School: Rockhurst

Birthplace: Kansas City Missouri

Social Media Followers: 66,500
3. DeAmez Ross (Central Florida)
Ross is one of the most electric outfielders in the country, entering 2026 following a massive 2025 season where he slashed .359/.444/.500. Known for his speed, he tied for the team lead in stolen bases and is a critical component of the Seminoles' top-of-the-order production.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Central Florida

Position: Outfielder

Height: 5 ft 11

Weight: 186 lb

Class: Senior

High School: Eau Gallie

Birthplace: Melbourne, Florida

Social Media Followers: 23,000
4. Jett Johnston (Auburn)
After transferring from Texas A&M, Johnston provides Auburn with a high-upside power threat. A former top-10 third base prospect nationally, he brings a "big-game" pedigree to the Plains, having won two state titles in high school and appearing in the 2024 College World Series.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Auburn

Position: Infielder

Height: 6 ft 1

Weight: 210 lb

Class: Sophomore

High School: Farragut

Birthplace: Nederland, Texas

Social Media Followers: 6,000

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5. Gavin Guidry (LSU)
A "Swiss Army Knife" for the Tigers, Guidry is set for a major 2026 comeback after receiving a medical redshirt in 2025 due to a back injury. When healthy, he is one of the SEC's premier relievers, previously posting a having postedng a spot on theearnedr of the Year Watch List.

2025 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: LSU

Position: Pitcher

Height: 6 ft 2

Weight: 180 lb

Class: Sophomore

High School: Barbe

Birthplace: Lake Charles, Louisiana

Social Media Followers: 18,300
6. Brady Sullivan (Texas A&M)
Now a sophomore, Sullivan moved to Blinn College for the 2026 season to secure more consistent reps. The 6'1" outfielder is a former top-75 prospect in Texas known for his elite speed, evidenced by 30 stolen bases in his final high school season.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Texas A&M

Position: Outfielder

Height: 6 ft 2

Weight: 200 lb

Class: Sophomore

High School: American Heritage

Birthplace: Cy Woods

Social Media Followers: 2,461
7. Jordan Carrion (South Carolina)
A veteran shortstop with elite defensive tools, Carrion provides the Gamecocks with unmatched experience at a premium position. Having played for both Florida and Florida State, he is a proven playmaker in the SEC and ACC gauntlets.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: South Carolina

Position: Infielder

Height: 6 ft 1

Weight: 162 lb

Class: Senior

High School: American Heritage

Birthplace: Miami, Florida

Social Media Followers: 7,939
8. Cade Brown (Georgia)
Brown is a rising star in the SEC, serving as a powerful presence at the corners. Entering the 2026 season, he looks to build on a freshman campaign where his raw power was evident, highlighted by high-volume RBI outbursts in regional play.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Georgia

Position: Infielder

Height: 6 ft 4

Weight: 233 lb

Class: Sophomore

High School: Cathedral Catholic

Birthplace: Cardiff, California

Social Media Followers: 1,839
9. Titan Kamaka (Mercer)
A 2025 SoCon All-Defensive selection, Kamaka is a senior leader for the Bears. He is a consistent offensive threat, slashing .291/.370/.463 in 2025, and brings high-level experience from his time at Florida State.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Mercer

Position: Infielder

Height: 6 ft 0

Weight: 177 lb

Class: Senior

High School: West Orange

Birthplace: Orlando, Florida

Social Media Followers: 1,552
10. Travis Chestnut (St. Edwards)
Chestnut was the definition of a "spark plug" for the Aggies in 2024, swiping 18 bases. In 2025, he swiped 40 bases and posted a strong .456 on-base percentage for St. Edwards, making him a very dangerous baserunning threat.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: St. Edwards

Position: Infielder

Height: 5 ft 7

Weight: 155 lb

Class: Senior

High School: Pflugerville

Birthplace: Pflugerville, Texas

Social Media Followers: 1,600
11. Caden Sorrell (Texas A&M)
A 2026 Preseason All-American, Sorrell is a projected first-round MLB Draft pick. Despite a hand injury limiting him to 26 games in 2025, he posted a monstrous .789 slugging percentage with 12 home runs, establishing himself as a top-20 national prospect.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Texas A&M

Position: Outfielder

Height: 6 ft 0

Weight: 200 lb

Class: Junior

High School: Marcus

Birthplace: Flower Mound, Texas

Social Media Followers: 747
12. Jason Bodin (Oklahoma)
Bodin joined the Oklahoma Sooners as a junior for the 2026 campaign. In 2025, he was one of the SEC's most utilized arms, making 31 relief appearances and racking up 39 strikeouts in 41 innings.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Oklahoma

Position: Pitcher

Height: 6 ft 3

Weight: 184 lb

Class: Junior

High School: Orangefield

Birthplace: Orange, Texas

Social Media Followers: 290
13. Everette Harris (Appalachian State)
A local North Carolina product, Harris brings veteran depth to the Appalachian State pitching staff. Standing 6'2", he is a versatile right-hander with significant experience at both App State and NC State.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Appalachian State

Position: Pitcher

Height: 6 ft 2

Weight: 172 lb

Class: Junior

High School: Charlotte Christian

Birthplace: Charlotte, North Carolina

Social Media Followers: 1,656
14. Roman Kimball (South Carolina)
Kimball is a high-velocity right-hander entering his senior season with the Gamecocks. A former Notre Dame standout, he remains a key piece of the South Carolina rotation as they look to make a deep 2026 postseason run.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: UCF

Position: Pitcher

Height: 5 ft 11

Weight: 185 lb

Class: Redshirt Senior

High School: P27 Baseball Academy

Birthplace: New Hartford, New York

Social Media Followers: 931
1. Cam Thompson (Texas State)
A graduate leader for the Bobcats, Thompson brings elite size (6'3") and a veteran presence to the middle of the order. Entering the 2026 season, he aims to bounce back from a 2025 campaign in which he posted a .229 average while maintaining a consistent 12.3% walk rate, highlighting his disciplined approach at the plate.

2026 NIL Valuation: N/A

College: Texas State

Position: Outfielder

Height: 6 ft 2

Weight: 220 lb

High School: Owasso

Birthplace: Owasso, Oklahoma

Social Media Followers: 111,100

Who Are the Top NIL Earners in College Baseball? 2026 D1Baseball Rankings and Valuations

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