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Louisville, Bobby Petrino in contract extension talks

The University of Louisville Athletic Association has entered into discussions with football coach Bobby Petrino’s to extend his contract on a long-term basis. Terms are being negotiated by the attorneys, but UofL fans are eager to have Petrino around as long as possible.

Petrino signed a six-year contract with an annual $3 million salary in 2014. Since then, he has had two stellar seasons, including a 9-4 finish in his first year and an 8-5 mark last year.

On extending Petrino’s contract, Tom Jurich, vice president of athletics, said, “I just think he has done a great job.