LINCOLN, Neb. —

Matt Rhule's new contract details the bonus structure for College Football Playoff appearances and his new buyout.

The head coach's eight-year deal is worth $87 million and will extend through Jan. 31, 2033.

According to Rhule's contract, he will earn $8.5 million from Jan. 1, 2026, to Dec. 31, 2026. The contract will increase almost every year, topping off at $12.5 million in 2030, 2031 and 2032.

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If Nebraska qualifies for the College Football Playoff, then on Jan. 1, after the season in which the team qualified has ended, his base salary will increase by $1 million in each contract year.

"I'm very, very, very grateful to Troy Dannen, to President (Jeffrey) Gold, to the board for their confidence in me and us, our staff," Rhule said. "Very grateful to my

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