Hey guys, I was wondering how the salaries of college football coaches vary from school to school. Are there any public databases or resources where I can find this information?
Hey there! College football coaches' salaries can definitely vary significantly across schools, often depending on factors such as conference, program success, and overall budget. However, you can find comprehensive and up-to-date data on coaches' salaries through a few sources.
One such resource is the USA Today College Football Coaches Salary Database. This database is updated annually and provides information on the salaries, bonuses, and buyouts of college football coaches from schools in the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). You can sort the data by total pay, maximum bonus amounts, and the college or university the coach is affiliated with.
Another source to explore is the NCAA's list of public records, which can include salary information for coaches at public institutions. Keep in mind that private institutions don't have the same requirements to disclose coaches' salaries, so the data might be incomplete in some cases.
With these resources, you'll be able to get a good idea of how college football coaches' salaries compare across different schools and conferences. Happy researching!
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