Big Ten hits record revenue and $1.37B distribution to members in 2024-25
The Big Ten posted a record $1.47 billion in revenue for the 2024-25 fiscal year and distributed $1.37 billion to its 18 member schools, up $540 million from the prior year thanks to an 18-member season, more than $1 billion in media-rights income, and the 12-team College Football Playoff; Ohio State led payouts at about $91.6 million, with other members earning roughly $76–89 million, while the conference also faced costs like legal fees and officiating technology.