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Alabama Rewards Kalen DeBoer and Nate Oats with Raises and Contract Extensions
The extension makes DeBoer one of college football’s highest-paid coaches, and Alabama said it wanted long-term stability amid outside interest.
- On Wednesday, the University of Alabama Board of Trustees approved a seven-year contract extension for head coach Kalen DeBoer, raising his annual salary to $12.5 million through January 31, 2033.
- Following two seasons leading the Crimson Tide to a 20-8 record, DeBoer secured the extension after reaching the College Football Playoff and defeating Oklahoma in the first round last season.
- The deal includes a $10 million buyout through January 31, 2027, decreasing to $8 million through January 31, 2028, and $6 million through January 31, 2029.
- Despite reported interest from Michigan and Penn State, DeBoer affirmed commitment to Alabama, stating, "This university has become a special place to us."
- During the same Wednesday meeting, the Board also approved a contract extension for men's basketball coach Nate Oats, who received a $1.2 million raise to $7.2 million.
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