Maryland head football coach Mike Locksley and the university agreed to new contract terms that run through the 2027 season, it was announced Friday.
Sports Illustrated’s Ross Dellenger reported that Locksley’s new contract is worth an average of $6.1 million per year, a $2.1 million increase from his last contract. It was also reported that the deal begins with an annual salary of $5.5 million and increases by $300,000 each year with an automatic one-year extension if Maryland wins at least seven games in 2023.
“Coach Locksley has done an amazing job revitalizing our football program,” athletic director Damon Evans said in a release.