Miami Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck is set to compete in the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship against the Indiana Hoosiers, marking his 55th and final college game. Beck, 23, transferred to Miami after five seasons at Georgia.
Beck's Academic Status
During a recent press session, Beck confirmed he does not attend classes, stating he graduated two years prior. He clarified that he is currently enrolled as a graduate student at Miami for the current year but does not intend to continue enrollment next semester. Beck also mentioned that he resides at the football team's facility.
NCAA Eligibility
Beck's continued eligibility for a sixth college season is attributed to NCAA rules stemming from the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. He was redshirted in 2020 during his freshman year at Georgia. The NCAA subsequently ruled that the 2020 season would not count against any college athlete's eligibility, effectively granting Beck an additional year of play beyond the standard four.
Financial Compensation
NCAA regulations allow graduates to continue playing if they are enrolled in a minimum of nine hours of graduate coursework. Beck's current earnings are estimated at $3.1 million in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) money, according to the sports business site On3. This compensation supports his role as a full-time football player.