How much does Damien Shanklin make in NIL?
Edge Rusher · LSU Tigers · SEC
Shanklin is a redshirt freshman defensive end from Indianapolis who appeared in five games for LSU in 2025 and recorded two sacks in his debut against Southeastern Louisiana. A four star edge rusher rated the top overall prospect in Indiana, he posted 48 tackles with 16 for loss as a Warren Central senior. He made the 2025 SEC academic honor roll and competes for rotational pass rush snaps this fall.
Estimated range as of August 2026. Modeled estimate, not a confirmed deal.
Modeled estimate · 12-month earning potential
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What is Damien Shanklin's NIL value?
As of August 2026, Damien Shanklin's estimated NIL value falls between $62K and $98K. Damien Shanklin is a edge rusher for the LSU Tigers in the SEC. Damien has about 14K followers across social media, led by 14K on Instagram, a core driver of football NIL value. Damien's figure is a modeled estimate based on audience, on-field role, market and sport.
| Sport | Football |
| Position | Edge Rusher |
| School | LSU Tigers |
| Conference | SEC |
| Level | NCAA Division I (Power conference) |
Damien's social media following
Damien's public social presence is about ~14K followers on Instagram. Follower figures are approximate, as of August 2026.
NIL at LSU Tigers
LSU operates one of the larger NIL markets in the SEC, supported by the Bayou Traditions collective and a Baton Rouge fanbase that funds championship-level rosters in football, baseball, and women's sports. LSU is also unusual in that some of its biggest NIL earners have been women athletes in gymnastics and basketball. Under the 2025 House settlement, the school can additionally share revenue with athletes directly, up to about $20.5 million in the first year with the cap rising annually. Public valuation estimates for LSU players can diverge sharply; linebacker Whit Weeks was valued anywhere from roughly $451,000 to $1.8 million by different services, a reminder that published NIL figures are estimates rather than contracts.
How NIL value is calculated
An NIL value is an estimate of what an athlete could earn from name, image and likeness over 12 months, not a salary or a confirmed deal. We weigh audience (social reach and engagement), performance and role, school and market, and the sport and position. No exact NIL figure is publicly disclosed for Damien, so the value shown here is a modeled estimate. See how NIL valuations work.
Damien NIL FAQ
How much does Damien Shanklin make in NIL?
Damien Shanklin's 2026 estimated NIL value falls between $62K and $98K, a modeled estimate of 12-month name, image and likeness earning potential. The exact figure and the full breakdown are free on this page with an email.
Is that Damien's salary or net worth?
No. The figure estimates what Damien could earn from name, image and likeness deals over 12 months, such as endorsements, appearances and social media. It is not a salary, not a signed contract, and not Damien's net worth. The deals an athlete actually signs can differ from any estimate.
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