Rutgers Scarlet Knights head coach Greg Schiano. Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Greg Schiano extends contract with Rutgers through 2030

By Andrew Kulha | Last updated 12/13/23

Rutgers likes what it has in head football coach Greg Schiano, and who could blame the Scarlet Knights?

Sure, they finished the 2023 regular season at just 6-6, but they're bowl eligible for the first time since 2021 (they'll play Miami in the Pinstripe Bowl) and Schiano is the schools all-time coaching wins leader.

Now in his second stint with the program after coaching Rutgers to a 68-67 record from 2001-11, Schiano boasts a 86-95 all-time record at Rutgers and he's 5-2 in bowl games.

Rutgers may not be prime Georgia, but Schiano has made this program relevant more times than not. As such, the school has extended Schiano through 2030.

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Rutgers, Schiano Agree To Contract Extension!

“I would like to thank President Holloway, Athletic Director Pat Hobbs, the Board of Governors and our entire team for their continued belief in what we are building," said Schiano. "Rutgers is home to my… pic.twitter.com/PmavCf9jSC
— Rutgers Football (@RFootball) December 13, 2023

Schiano came back to Rutgers in 2019 on an eight-year, $32M contract. According to ESPN's Adam Rittenberg, his salary will bump up to $6.25M in 2024 thanks to this new deal.

Even at 6-6, Schiano was able to develop 13 All-Big Ten players, including running back Kyle Monangai (second team All-Big Ten), who rushed for 1,099 yards and seven touchdowns on 5.1 yards per carry.

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