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Indiana Coach Cignetti Eyes Bonus Amid Championship Challenge

1/3/2026

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Indiana coach Curt Cignetti earned $1.8 million in bonuses this season, with potential increases tied to the College Football Playoff.
His contract includes a 'good market faith review' clause requiring renegotiation if he continues to succeed.
Cignetti's contract pays $11.6 million annually, and a Peach Bowl win could trigger a salary increase.
Indiana aims to defeat Oregon again to reach the national championship game, a challenge Cignetti acknowledges as significant.

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Story summary

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti earned $1.8 million in bonuses this season, with potential increases tied to the College Football Playoff.
His contract includes a 'good market faith review' clause requiring renegotiation if he continues to succeed.
Cignetti's contract pays $11.6 million annually, and a Peach Bowl win could trigger a salary increase.
Indiana aims to defeat Oregon again to reach the national championship game, a challenge Cignetti acknowledges as significant.