The upcoming College Football Playoff semifinal on Jan. 10 features Texas and Ohio State, with coaches set to earn substantial bonuses.
**Steve Sarkisian** of Texas has already earned **$650,000** and can gain more if the team advances to the title game.
**Ryan Day** of Ohio State stands to earn an additional **$350,000**, with potential total bonuses reaching **$1 million** if they win the championship.
Other notable coaches like **James Franklin** and **Kirby Smart** also have significant bonus structures linked to playoff performance.
Last season, **Jim Harbaugh** earned **$3 million** for leading Michigan to its championship, highlighting the high monetary stakes in college football.