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Danny White surpasses $3M in compensation amid Tennessee sports results

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 9:03 AM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Danny White surpasses $3M in compensation amid Tennessee sports results

Summary

Tennessee athletics director Danny White earned $577,500 in bonuses, bringing his total compensation to $3.33 million for the 2025-26 period. The bonuses were tied to performance indicators, including the men's basketball team advancing to the Elite Eight and SEC titles in women's rowing and golf. Despite some underperforming sports, the University of Tennessee achieved a 15th-place finish in the Learfield Directors’ Cup standings and maintained high academic success. White's bonuses reflect a structured incentive plan tied to team achievements, significantly contributing to his compensation package.

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By the Numbers

•White's total compensation exceeds $3 million for 2025-26.
•Tennessee's men's basketball reached the Elite Eight this season.
•UC achieved a 15th-place finish in the Directors' Cup standings.
•White's bonuses included incentives for SEC championships.
•His contract allows bonuses up to $600,000 per year.

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9:03 AMYahoo Sports — Danny White earns big bonus for Tennessee bowl, NCAA tournament toward $3.3M pay

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Tennessee athletics director Danny White earned $577,500 in annual bonuses to push his total compensation past $3 million as one of the highest paid ADs in the country.
— Yahoo Sports

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