SHOCKING:TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS EXTEND COACH JOSH HEUPEL’S CONTRACT THROUGH TO…

The University of Tennessee has announced a contract extension for head football coach Josh Heupel, securing his services through the 2029 season. The new deal, which was finalized on Thursday, includes an annual salary of $9 million, making Heupel one of the highest-paid coaches in the Southeastern Conference.

Heupel, who is entering his fourth season as the Vols’ head coach, has been instrumental in revitalizing the program. Under his leadership, Tennessee has shown significant improvement, culminating in a 10-2 regular season record in 2024 and the team’s first appearance in the College Football Playoff.

“We are thrilled to extend Coach Heupel’s contract and secure his future as the leader of our football program,” said Tennessee Athletics Director Danny White. “Josh has done an outstanding job of rebuilding our program and restoring the pride and tradition of Tennessee football. We are excited to see what the future holds under his guidance.”

Heupel’s extension is a testament to the university’s commitment to building a successful football program. The $9 million annual salary is a significant investment, but one that White believes is necessary to attract and retain top talent in the competitive world of college football.

“Coach Heupel is a highly respected coach in the industry, and we wanted to ensure that we could retain him for the long-term,” White explained. “This extension demonstrates our commitment to supporting Josh and our football program, and we believe it will have a positive impact on our ability to compete at the highest level.”

Heupel, who has a 24-15 overall record at Tennessee, expressed his gratitude to the university and his excitement about the future of the program.

“I’m grateful for the trust and support of our administration and fans,” Heupel said. “We’ve made significant progress over the past three years, but we’re just getting started. I’m excited to continue building our program and competing for championships.”

The contract extension is a significant development for Tennessee football, and it provides stability and continuity for the program. With Heupel at the helm, the Vols are poised to continue their upward trajectory and compete for SEC and national championships in the years to come.