Northwestern football extends head coach David Braun's contract through the next decade
The extension rewards Braun after 19 wins in three seasons and includes a salary increase, ESPN reported.
- On Thursday, Northwestern University announced head coach David Braun signed a contract extension through the 2031 season, securing his leadership of the football program long-term.
- The extension follows a successful 2025 campaign where Braun led the Wildcats to a 7-6 record and bowl eligibility, improving dramatically from a 4-8 finish in 2024.
- NU director of athletics Mark Jackson called Braun the "right leader" for Northwestern Football, praising his ability to develop student-athletes while maintaining competitiveness in the Big Ten conference.
- The contract includes a "significant" salary increase per ESPN, while the program retained 27 of 30 players logging over 100 snaps and secured a $35 million commitment from the Uihlein family.
- With the new $875 million Ryan Field opening next month, the Wildcats prepare to host Colorado this Saturday in their final game at the lakefront Martin Stadium.
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NU, football coach Braun agree to extension through 2031 season
Northwestern University and head football coach David Braun have agreed to a contract extension through the 2031 season, Vice President for Athletics and Recreation Mark Jackson announced on Thursday. In his fourth season leading the Wildcats, Braun has guided Northwestern to 20 wins, including 11 Big Ten victories and two bowl wins. His 19 wins […] NU, football coach Braun agree to extension through 2031 season is from Evanston RoundTable, Evan…
Northwestern football coach David Braun gets contract extension through 2031 season
<p>Northwestern has extended coach David Braun's contract through the 2031 season.</p><p>The school announced the extension Thursday. Financial terms weren't released.</p><p>Braun is in his fourth season at Northwestern and carries a 20-19 record into Saturday's game with Colorado. Northwestern went 7-6 and beat Central Michigan in the GameAbove Sports Bowl last season.</p><p>Northwestern vice president for athletics and recreation Mark Jackson …
Football: Northwestern announces extension for coach David Braun
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. Last updated Sept. 17 at 11:30 a.m. Coach David Braun has agreed to a new three-year extension with Northwestern, keeping him in charge of the Wildcat football program through 2031, NU announced Thursday. Since taking over the team in 2023, Braun...
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Northwestern extends football coach David Braun's contract through the 2031 season
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