Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel made it possible for the Vols. They are gearing up for a first-round playoff appearance. They will jet off to Columbus to face the No. 8 Ohio State. Whether or not they will proceed from this point will certainly depend on coach Heupel’s on-point prudence and his players’ ability to deliver on the big day, but just for taking a mid-graded team to this height, Heupel deserves his flower.

Coach Heupel is already on the spot to claim a whopping $200,000 for the first-round playoff game. But apart from that, how much has he already bagged in his bank with a storied coaching career?

What is Josh Heupel’s net worth?

Josh Heupel is recognized as one of the wealthiest American football players. Looking at his monetary attainment, the comprehensive assessments from sources like Forbes and Business Insider suggested that Josh Heupel swanked a net worth of $5 million. But wait, you aren’t allowed to behave like a green-eyed monster seeing the weight of his pocket.

Heupel was a standout quarterback with the Oklahoma Sooners before moving to the offensive coordinator job. In both of the pursuits, he left a remarkable legacy in Norman. He then moved to Utah State and Missouri as the offensive coordinator and quarterback coach.

He led the UFC football to an unprecedented high as a head coach for three straight seasons. The diverse colossal experience shaped his latter life as a 4th-year head coach in Tennessee. Coach Heupel is yet to have a losing season for Tennessee. Calling it a turnaround wouldn’t be an overstatement, right?

What is Josh Heupel’s salary?

Heupel racked up a 30-12 at Tennessee in the last three seasons. In the first year, he went 7-6. giving it (48-45)  to Purdue in the Music City Bowl. 2022 hit as a breakthrough year for coach Heupel and the Volts. Thanks to key quarterback Hendon Hooker’s supreme impact play. Tennessee dished a punch in the gut to Alabama, breaking a 15-game winning streak. They finished at No. 2 in the AP Poll before retreating from a game with national champion Georgia. Tennessee beat Clemson 31-14 in the Orange Bowl. They scored a 9-4 in 2023 but they are aiming for the moon this season, heading to the playoff contention with a 3-0 record.

What will he draw yearly for this consistent good work in Knoxville? Heupel’s base pay ($275,000) and Supplemental Pay (max of $8,725,000, as decided by university broadcast, endorsement, and consultation contracts).

How long is Josh Heupel’s contract?

Tennessee football ensured that the coach, Josh Heupel, isn’t overplaying his role, getting the remuneration he deserves. He signed a contract extension through 2029 that includes annual pay of $9 million and the added incentives. It ranked him at No. 10 in the highest-paid coaches list in 2023-24. In 2022, Heupel used to draw $5 million. But this extension added $4 million annually and an extra one year to his deal.

Also, the program reevaluated his incentive structure and lifted the cap on his bonuses. If, maybe, just maybe, Josh Heupel brings the national title to Knoxville after a 26-year drought,  $500,000 to $1 million.

“The results over Josh’s first two seasons speak for themselves, He and his staff have energized both our football program and our fan base with an aggressive brand of football, a competitive culture that creates leaders, and a relentless approach to raising the bar every single day,” UT athletics director Danny White justified the lofty contract money Heupel earned with his commendable deed.