No. 13 Wake Forest Announces Long Term Contract Extension for Jake Dickert With Three Games Left
Wake Forest Commits to Dickert
Wake Forest said Thursday that Dickert had signed a long-term extension, signaling further investment in its head coach. The announcement came after FOX Sports reporter Ben Portnoy said earlier in the week that the sides were in advanced discussions.
Portnoy reported the proposed agreement would significantly expand the program’s NIL resources and staffing pool. The article did not provide contract terms or the extension’s length.
Rankings and Remaining Games
The Demon Deacons stood at No. 13 in the College Football Playoff rankings. They were also No. 11 in both the AP poll and the Coaches poll. Wake Forest had games against SMU, Georgia Tech and Duke still ahead. The extension announcement came as the team remained highly ranked and had those contests left to play.
A Larger Investment
The reported discussions pointed to increased support for the program beyond Dickert’s contract. NIL resources and staffing were both identified as areas the deal would bolster. The announcement confirms Dickert signed an extension, while the article leaves the agreement’s specific financial and staffing details undisclosed.
Key points
- Jake Dickert signed a long-term contract extension with Wake Forest on Thursday.
- A prior report said the deal would increase NIL resources and the staffing pool.
- Wake Forest was No. 13 in the CFP rankings and No. 11 in both the AP and Coaches polls.
- The Demon Deacons had remaining games against SMU, Georgia Tech and Duke.