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Georgia Tech Extends Coach Brent Key, Salary Hits $6.5M

12/4/2025

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Summary

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Georgia Tech extended head coach Brent Key with a five-year contract through 2030, raising his annual salary to $6.5 million.
Under Key's leadership, Georgia Tech posted a 9-3 season in 2025, the program's best since 2014, and became an ACC contender with a 27-19 overall record and three straight bowl appearances.
The extension seeks to maintain momentum amid speculation that Key could pursue other coaching positions, notably at Penn State.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, the NCAA implemented reforms aimed at enhancing college athletics, which contributed to a resurgence in programs like Georgia Tech. Under head coach Brent Key, the Yellow Jackets achieved a 9-3 record in 2025, their best since 2014, and secured three consecutive bowl appearances. This contract extension reflects Georgia Tech's commitment to maintaining competitiveness in the ACC amid interest from other programs.

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Story summary

Georgia Tech extended head coach Brent Key with a five-year contract through 2030, raising his annual salary to $6.5 million.
Under Key's leadership, Georgia Tech posted a 9-3 season in 2025, the program's best since 2014, and became an ACC contender with a 27-19 overall record and three straight bowl appearances.
The extension seeks to maintain momentum amid speculation that Key could pursue other coaching positions, notably at Penn State.

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