Coveted college football HC signs $10.7 million raise amid Penn State, LSU rumors

Missouri head football coach Eliah Drinkwitz has agreed to a new contract with the university, announced on Thanksgiving. The deal includes a salary increase to an average of over $10.7 million annually, with enhanced commitments to staff and salary pool, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel. This development follows a previous contract extension from the offseason, which had valued his total compensation at approximately $46.5 million. The new agreement raises the total value to over $57 million, though specific terms and duration are not yet disclosed.

Drinkwitz, who has been attracting interest from other programs, was considered a potential candidate for positions at schools like Penn State and LSU. Despite his new contract at Missouri, the possibility of offers from these institutions remains, especially with LSU's ongoing pursuit of Lane Kiffin. The new deal indicates Missouri's desire to retain Drinkwitz amid the competitive coaching market in college football.