How much does Malachi Thomas make in NIL?
Tight End · LSU Tigers · SEC
Thomas is a junior tight end from Thomasville, Ga. who joined LSU after two seasons at Pittsburgh. He appeared in 26 games with one start for the Panthers, totaling 15 catches for 214 yards and three touchdowns, including 13 receptions for 192 yards and two scores in 2025. He helped Thomas County Central to an undefeated state championship and averaged 18.1 yards per catch as a senior. He adds depth to LSU's tight end rotation.
Estimated range as of August 2026. Modeled estimate, not a confirmed deal.
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What is Malachi Thomas's NIL value?
As of August 2026, Malachi Thomas's estimated NIL value falls between $51K and $80K. Malachi Thomas is a tight end for the LSU Tigers in the SEC. Malachi has about 8.9K followers across social media, led by 8.9K on Instagram, a core driver of football NIL value. Malachi's figure is a modeled estimate based on audience, on-field role, market and sport.
| Sport | Football |
| Position | Tight End |
| School | LSU Tigers |
| Conference | SEC |
| Level | NCAA Division I (Power conference) |
Malachi's social media following
Malachi's public social presence is about ~8.9K 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 Malachi, so the value shown here is a modeled estimate. See how NIL valuations work.
Malachi NIL FAQ
How much does Malachi Thomas make in NIL?
Malachi Thomas's 2026 estimated NIL value falls between $51K and $80K, 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 Malachi's salary or net worth?
No. The figure estimates what Malachi 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 Malachi's net worth. The deals an athlete actually signs can differ from any estimate.
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