Brent Venables Buyout: What Would It Cost Oklahoma To Fire Its Football Coach?
Oklahoma’s season struggles
The Sooners fell to South Carolina at home in Week 9, bringing their record to 4-4 overall and 2-3 in the SEC. Their performance has left them well short of contending for an SEC title game appearance or a College Football Playoff berth.
The losses have increased attention on Venables’ position as Oklahoma’s coach. The school could face a substantial financial obligation if it chose to dismiss him.
Contract runs through 2032
In August ahead of the 2026 college football season, Venables and Oklahoma agreed to add two years to his existing deal. The resulting six-year contract runs through 2032.
Potential 2026 buyout cost
If Oklahoma fired Venables in 2026, the school would owe him $51.67 million, according to The Oklahoman. That figure is up from about $26 million last season. The cost is described as significant, though not the sport’s most expensive option. The account also says Oklahoma might not be ready to part with Venables if doing so meant paying more than $50 million.
Key points
- Oklahoma is 4-4 overall and 2-3 in the SEC after losing to South Carolina.
- Venables’ six-year contract runs through 2032.
- A 2026 firing would cost Oklahoma $51.67 million, according to The Oklahoman.
- The reported figure is up from about $26 million last season.