Oklahoma and head football coach Brent Venables have reached a new agreement on a six-year contract extension, as reported by Pete Thamel of ESPN. This new deal not only includes a significant raise for Venables but also adds two more seasons to his tenure at the school.
Venables, who led Oklahoma to a 10-3 record last season, has been instrumental in the program’s preparations for its move to the SEC this year. With a coaching record of 16-10 in two seasons and a successful recruiting class in 2024, Venables has been a key figure in the team’s recent success.
Having previously served as an assistant coach and coordinator at schools like Kansas State, Oklahoma, and Clemson, Venables brings a wealth of experience to the Sooners. His decision to become a head coach after a decade of being selective about taking on the role has paid off, with Oklahoma benefiting from his leadership.
In addition to the contract extension for Venables, the school has also made significant financial commitments to the football program as a whole. This includes increased support staff and additional resources for both on-field and off-field coaching staff. The board approval for Venables’ deal is expected to pave the way for other staff members to receive new deals with pay raises.
Oklahoma’s upcoming season in the SEC is highly anticipated, with challenging matchups against teams like Ole Miss, Missouri, LSU, Alabama, and Tennessee on the schedule. The team will rely on standout defensive players like linebacker Danny Stutsman and safety Billy Bowman Jr. to make an impact in the tough conference.
As Venables continues to lead Oklahoma into this new era of college football, fans can expect to see a competitive and well-prepared team take the field. The program’s commitment to success, both on and off the field, is evident in the investments being made to support the coaching staff and players. With Venables at the helm, Oklahoma is poised to make a strong impression in the SEC and beyond.