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4w ago

Texas A&M Extends Mike Elko Through 2031 With Six-Year Deal After 10-0 Start

The deal increases guaranteed compensation with CFP-tied escalators to lock in program stability during the coaching carousel.

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Oct 18, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko prior to the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Texas A&M announced the extension Saturday shortly after a 31-30 win over South Carolina that moved the Aggies to 10-0 and 7-0 in SEC play.
  • The agreement replaces Elko’s initial contract and runs from 2026 through 2031, keeping him under contract through the 2031 season.
  • The school detailed a reworked pay structure featuring a higher base salary, escalators tied to College Football Playoff appearances, and expanded salary pools for assistants and support staff.
  • Official dollar figures were not released, but reporting from ESPN, Yahoo Sports and others places the average value at more than $11 million per year, up from his previous $7 million, positioning him among the highest-paid coaches.
  • The move is widely framed as securing Elko during a volatile hiring cycle, with programs such as Penn State previously linked to potential interest.