OU Regents approve Brent Venables contract extension for six years

The University of Oklahoma's Board of Regents approved a six-year, $63 million contract extension for football coach Brent Venables on September 16, 2026. This deal provides Venables with an average salary of approximately $10.5 million per year. Athletic director Roger Denny acknowledged recent team struggles, a road loss to Michigan, but expressed confidence in the program's future under Venables. OU President Joseph Harroz Jr. reiterated support for Venables, highlighting his longstanding connection to the university. Details regarding the buyout amount are pending public disclosure.

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