Jake Dickert signs new contract to remain head coach at Wake Forest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 8:02 PM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
Wake Forest head coach Jake Dickert has signed a new contract that secures his position at the university long-term. The deal includes increased resources for the program, aimed at elevating recruitment and staff salaries, as the Demon Deacons continue their push for an ACC title. Currently ranked No. 13 in the latest College Football Playoff Rankings, Wake Forest holds an 8-1 record this season with Dickert leading the team following a successful bowl campaign last year. The contract addresses significant external interest for coaching positions, including interest from Florida State, as the coaching carousel approaches.
- •Dickert has a 17-5 overall record at Wake Forest.
- •The Demon Deacons are currently 8-1 this season.
- •Wake Forest ranks No. 13 in the College Football Playoff Rankings.
- •The contract aims to boost NIL spending and program resources.
- •Wake Forest faces SMU next as they pursue an ACC Championship Game berth.
- 8:02 PMYahoo Sports — Jake Dickert Signs New Contract with Wake Forest
- 8:02 PMCBS Sports — Jake Dickert agrees to new Wake Forest contract, rebuffing coaching carousel interest
"The new long-term deal boosts staff and roster salary pools while shutting down outside interest from open jobs like Florida State as the No. 13 Demon Deacons push for an ACC title
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 12, 2026, 8:02 PMJake Dickert Signs New Contract with Wake Forest
Dickert signs new contract
- CBS SportsNov 12, 2026, 8:02 PMJake Dickert agrees to new Wake Forest contract, rebuffing coaching carousel interest
The new long-term deal boosts staff and roster salary pools while shutting down outside interest from open jobs like Florida State as the No. 13 Demon Deacons push for an ACC title
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