Indiana Locks in Curt Cignetti with $72M Contract and Major Program Investment

The Hoosiers double assistant salary pool and secure Cignetti's future after a historic 10-1 season under his leadership.

Indiana University has signed head football coach Curt Cignetti to a $72 million contract extension through 2032, making him one of the highest-paid coaches in college football.
Cignetti's new deal includes a base salary starting at $7.3 million in 2024, escalating to $8.7 million, along with a $1 million annual retention bonus.
The assistant coaching salary pool has nearly doubled to $11 million annually, placing Indiana among the top programs in the nation for staff compensation.
Cignetti is guaranteed 85% of his remaining salary if fired without cause, rising to 100% if Indiana reaches the Big Ten title game or College Football Playoff during his tenure.
Under Cignetti, Indiana achieved a historic 10-1 record in 2024, marking their first double-digit win season in 137 years and elevating the program to national prominence.