College Football News: Kyle Whittingham, Utah Athletic Director Mark Harlan Agree to Contract Extension
Utah Athletic Director Mark Harlan and Head Football Coach Kyle Whittingham Finalize Contract Extension
On February 24th, 2023, the University of Utah announced that Athletic Director Mark Harlan and Head Football Coach Kyle Whittingham have agreed to a contract extension that will keep Whittingham at the helm of the Utes football program through the 2029 season.
Details of the Contract Extension
- The new contract will pay Whittingham an annual salary of $5.3 million, making him one of the highest-paid coaches in the Pac-12 Conference.
- The contract also includes incentives for winning conference championships, bowl games, and national championships.
- Whittingham has led the Utes to three Pac-12 South division titles and one Pac-12 Championship during his tenure.
Whittingham's Success at Utah
Whittingham has been the head football coach at Utah since 2005, and has compiled a record of 150-71 during his tenure.
He has led the Utes to 10 bowl games, including the 2023 Rose Bowl, and has won the Pac-12 South division title three times.
In 2021, Whittingham led the Utes to their first Pac-12 Championship game, where they lost to Oregon.
Harlan's Statement on the Extension
"Kyle Whittingham is one of the most successful coaches in college football, and we are thrilled to have him continue to lead our football program," said Harlan. "He has built a winning culture at Utah, and we are confident that he will continue to lead us to new heights."
Whittingham's Statement on the Extension
"I am grateful for the opportunity to continue to coach at the University of Utah," said Whittingham. "I love this university, and I am committed to winning championships here. We have a great team, and I am excited about the future of Utah football."
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