Report: Dabo Swinney, Clemson agree to 8-year, $54 million extention

After leading Clemson to their first national title since 1981, Dabo Swinney is reportedly staying with the Tigers a little bit longer.

Clemson and Swinney agreed to an eight-year, $54 million contract extension, Brett McMurphy reported on Friday morning.

Swinney's most recent contract was a six-year deal worth $30.75 million last April, according to The State.

Georgia Tech plays at Clemson on Oct. 28.

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