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According to Front Office Sports, Ohio State’s Cotton Bowl win added $6 million to the Big Ten’s CFP earnings, pushing the conference’s total CFP payout to a staggering $46 million.

The Big Ten’s success this season was unprecedented, producing four playoff teams–Ohio State, Penn State, Oregon, and Indiana.

Each contributed to the total earnings, with the Nittany Lions leading the pack by generating $14 million with their CFP Semifinal run.

Ohio State’s individual playoff payout now totals $20 million, the highest among Big Ten teams.

However, as a member of a conference, the Buckeyes will receive only a fraction of that.

The Big Ten splits its earnings among its 18 member schools, leaving OSU with $2.5 million from their semifinal win.

While Ohio State’s $2.5 million share is a respectable reward, it pales in comparison to what independent teams like Notre Dame retain.

The Fighting Irish’s Orange Bowl victory over Penn State not only secured their first National Championship appearance since 2013 but also brought their total playoff earnings to a massive $20 million – all of which Notre Dame keeps as an independent program.

Notre Dame’s CFP payout structure highlights the stark difference in financial benefits for independent teams versus conference-affiliated schools.

The Irish earned $4 million for making the CFP, another $4 million for reaching the quarterfinals, and a final $12 million for their semifinal win.

Unlike Ohio State, they don’t share these earnings, giving them a significant financial advantage.