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Oklahoma State Approves Four-Year Contract for AD Chad Weiberg

The four-year deal signals institutional backing for Weiberg during the football coaching search.

Overview

  • The contract runs through 2029, keeps his $750,000 annual salary, and adds incentives tied to department finances and team performance.
  • The Board of Regents approved the agreement Friday in Warner, Oklahoma, with President Jim Hess praising Weiberg's steady leadership.
  • Weiberg had been working without a contract since late June and underwent open-heart surgery in August to repair a valve issue.
  • He led the Sept. 23 dismissal of longtime coach Mike Gundy and is directing the search, targeting readiness to act by Nov. 29.
  • Oklahoma State is 1-6 under interim coach Doug Meacham with four straight losses and a 174-74 scoring deficit, and visits No. 14 Texas Tech on Saturday.