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Illinois OC Barry Lunney Jr. Secures Record-Breaking Deal
25 Mar
Summary
- Barry Lunney Jr. received a new three-year, $4.35 million deal.
- This contract makes him the highest-paid assistant in Illinois history.
- His salary averages $1.45 million annually with future increases.
Illinois offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. has secured a new three-year contract valued at $4.35 million, positioning him as the highest-paid assistant coach in the university's history. This significant agreement was approved by the university's board of trustees.
The deal for Lunney, who has been instrumental in the Illini offense for the past four seasons, averages $1.45 million annually. His compensation is scheduled to rise from $1.05 million in 2025 to $1.4 million in 2026.
Since Lunney's arrival, Illinois has achieved a 32-19 record and marked the first time in the program's history with consecutive seasons of nine or more victories. The university's board also approved contracts for other assistants, including defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck, who is set to earn $700,000 in 2026.
