Arizona Extends Football Coach Brent Brennan Through 2030 Season

Wildcats also extend offensive and defensive coordinators through 2028

Feb. 6, 2026 at 8:07pm

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The University of Arizona has signed football head coach Brent Brennan to a two-year contract extension through the 2030 season, paying him $4.7 million annually. The school also extended the contracts of offensive coordinator Seth Doege and defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales through the 2028 season.

Why it matters

This extension demonstrates Arizona's commitment to building a successful football program under Brennan's leadership. After a breakthrough 9-4 season in 2025, the Wildcats are poised to continue their upward trajectory with Brennan and his staff locked in long-term.

The details

Arizona athletic director Desireé Reed-Francois cited the "momentum built by coach Brennan and his staff" as a key factor in the extensions. In Brennan's second season, the Wildcats more than doubled their win total from the previous year, reaching as high as No. 17 in the College Football Playoff rankings before falling to SMU in the Holiday Bowl. The team also made major strides defensively, finishing 7th nationally against the pass and 19th in total defense.

  • The contract extensions were announced on February 7, 2026.

The players

Brent Brennan

The head football coach at the University of Arizona, who has led the Wildcats to a breakthrough season and earned a contract extension through 2030.

Seth Doege

The offensive coordinator at the University of Arizona, who has also received a contract extension through 2028.

Danny Gonzales

The defensive coordinator at the University of Arizona, who has also received a contract extension through 2028.

Desireé Reed-Francois

The athletic director at the University of Arizona, who cited the "momentum built by coach Brennan and his staff" as a key factor in the extensions.

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What they’re saying

“The momentum built by coach Brennan and his staff this season has positioned Arizona football and Arizona athletics for sustained success, and this extension ensures our continued ability to build toward our goal of competing for championships.”

— Desireé Reed-Francois, Athletic Director, University of Arizona (kgun9.com)

The takeaway

Arizona's decision to extend the contracts of head coach Brent Brennan and his top assistants demonstrates the university's commitment to building a consistent winner in football. After a breakthrough season in 2025, the Wildcats are poised to continue their upward trajectory and compete for championships in the coming years.