The University of Iowa has rewarded head football coach Kirk Ferentz with a contract extension through the 2029 season.
The school announced Ferentz's extension on Friday, with a statement from athletic director Gary Barta:
"Kirk’s consistent leadership and success over 23 years has been amazing and appreciated as he has led our football program in a first-class manner. His success over the past 23 years speaks for itself. He is an asset to the University of Iowa and our athletics department as a whole. The foundation of his program is strong, and the future looks bright.