Luke Fickell has once again signaled his commitment to the University of Cincinnati.
Fickell confirmed to The Athletic on Monday that he has agreed to a contract extension. According to The Athletic and ESPN, Fickell’s new deal runs through the 2028 season and increases his salary to $5 million per year.
The new deal also includes an increased salary pool for Fickell’s assistant coaches, as well as “further assurances” that a permanent indoor practice facility will be built on campus. The contract is pending approval from UC’s Board of Trustees, which is next scheduled to meet Feb.