Deion Sanders Extends CU Boulder Contract Through 2029
Deion Sanders has extended his contract with CU Boulder through 2029 in a five-year, $54 million deal, marking a major turnaround from a 1-11 season to nine wins and a bowl appearance in just two seasons.
Published on April 1, 2025
Deion Sanders, widely known as 'Coach Prime,' has secured a new five-year, $54 million contract extension with the University of Colorado Boulder, keeping him at the helm through the 2029 season. This deal not only solidifies his position among the highest-paid college football coaches but also sets his base salary at $10 million in 2025 with planned increases in 2027 and 2029.
Since taking over a 1-11 team in 2022, Sanders has orchestrated a significant turnaround, leading CU to nine victories and earning the team a coveted bowl game invitation within just two seasons. These achievements were highlighted in reports by Reuters and Axios on March 28, 2025, which noted the rapid improvement of the program under his leadership.