Former MSU coach Dan Mullen now making $7.6 million a year

Former Mississippi State University head football coach Dan Mullen has now received a contract extension through the 2026 season with the University of Florida.

Mullen’s new contract will give him a $7.6 million annual which will make him the third highest paid coach in the SEC.

UF made the announcement on Tuesday of Mullen’s extension after releasing a statement.

“Dan has done a tremendous job in his three seasons at Florida, and we are fortunate to have someone with his obvious talents and head coaching experience leading our football program,” athletic director Scott Stricklin said in a statement. “I look forward to working alongside him to support his vision for Gators football and our student-athletes for many years.”

Mullen led the Gators to the SEC Championship Game last season which was a big reason for the $1.5 million raise.

“We are very excited about the future of the Florida football program, and this agreement allows us to continue to build on the success we have enjoyed on and off the field,” Mullen said in a statement.