In just two years under Curt Cignetti, Indiana football has transformed from a losing program into a national championship contender set to face Miami.
Cignetti’s financial rise has mirrored the team’s success. After earning under $678,000 in his final year at James Madison (2023), he is now poised to make $11.15 million in the first year of an eight-year, $93 million deal, following a contract extension triggered by Penn State interest.
His salary has skyrocketed by over 1,600% in three seasons. Furthermore, a clause in his new contract requires Indiana to negotiate his pay into the top three nationally if the team makes the playoff semifinals—a milestone they have surpassed by reaching the championship game.
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