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Josh Heupel Gets Contract Extension for Tennessee Football. Details for Buyout, School Plane

On August 26, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee, it was announced that Tennessee football head coach Josh Heupel’s contract has been extended to remain in place until January 2030.
Heupel was originally hired in January 2021 to revive a struggling 3-7 program and has since earned raises and multiple contract extensions due to his success.
Heupel has compiled a 37-15 record, guided the Volunteers to their inaugural appearance in the College Football Playoff last December, and secured 11 victories against Top 25 opponents, rejuvenating Tennessee football.
Athletic director Danny White expressed that under Josh Heupel’s guidance, the football program has experienced a resurgence that has filled fans across Big Orange Country with pride in being Vols.
The contract amendment increases Heupel's access to university plane use and adjusts his buyout terms, emphasizing continued confidence in his leadership amid an era of change in college football.

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