Here’s a sampling of what’s being said on social media following the announcement of Kirby Smart’s contract extension with the University of Georgia:
Some details about the $112.5 million contract extension for Georgia football coach Kirby Smart https://t.co/GQVkSTOtAv
— Chip Towers AJC (@ctowersajc) July 21, 2022
Breaking: Kirby Smart signs contract extension…. pic.twitter.com/lyefwYn78S
— Anthony Dasher (@AnthonyDasher1) July 21, 2022
Kirby smart getting $112.5 million FOR A COACH is insane #NCAAFootball #georgia #Bulldogs #kirbysmart
— DylanGotz (@dylanjwar) July 21, 2022
Kirby Smart was just awarded with a contract that compensates him more than $10m annually.
— Darren Heitner (@DarrenHeitner) July 21, 2022
And coaches will continue to complain about #NIL.
Yawn.
On Tuesday, Kirby Smart said he doesn't think college football players should make $10,000 a month.
— RJ Young (@RJ_Young) July 21, 2022
On Thursday, Kirby Smart signed a contract that will pay him more $900,000 a month.
NEW: UGA Athletic Association & head football coach Kirby Smart agree to a contract extension through the 2031 season.
— Alison Mastrangelo (@AlisonWSB) July 21, 2022
Coach Smart’s annual base salary for 2022 campaign will be $10,250,000 with annual increases, culminating at $12,250,000 for the 2031 season. #GoDawgs pic.twitter.com/zGah9RD23k
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