Clark Lea reportedly agrees to 6-year extension to stay with Vanderbilt

Vanderbilt University has extended the contract of football head coach Clark Lea for six years. The agreement, announced by the school, comes as Lea has significantly improved the program's performance. Financial details have not been disclosed, but the deal includes increased support for Lea's coaching staff and facilities. Lea, who initially joined Vanderbilt in December 2020 after serving as Notre Dame's defensive coordinator, has led the Commodores to a 9-2 record this season, with key victories over South Carolina and LSU. This success has propelled the team to 14th in the College Football Playoff rankings. Last season, Vanderbilt achieved a 7-6 record, including a notable win over Alabama, and participated in a bowl game for the first time since 2018. Vanderbilt's upcoming game against No. 19 Tennessee could mark the program's first 10-win season since its establishment in 1902.