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McGuire's $7M Deal: Texas Tech Coach Roasts Notre Dame
23 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Coach McGuire received a new seven-year contract worth nearly $7 million annually.
- He questioned Notre Dame's playoff exclusion despite their 10-2 record.
- Texas Tech will face Oregon in the quarterfinals after winning the Big 12 championship.
Texas Tech has rewarded head coach Joey McGuire with a significant seven-year contract extension, reportedly averaging close to $7 million annually, along with incentives for future conference and postseason success. This new deal follows his achievement in leading the Red Raiders to their first-ever Big 12 championship.
McGuire recently gained viral attention for his candid remarks about Notre Dame's exclusion from the College Football Playoff. Despite a 10-2 record, the Fighting Irish were left out, leading McGuire to suggest that playing in a conference might have secured their spot, a sentiment echoed by many fans.
The Red Raiders are now focused on their upcoming quarterfinal game against the Oregon Ducks. This matchup is anticipated to be a stern test, pitting Texas Tech's explosive offense against Oregon's formidable defense in what promises to be an exciting clash.
