Kent Austin, who was promoted to Auburn’s quarterbacks coach from his previous role as an analyst, will receive a $150,000 increase as part of his new deal, per a copy of the contract that AL.com obtained through a public documents request.
He will earn $400,000 this season (2024). The new agreement is valid from January 15, 2027, to January 27, 2027.
Austin received a $250,000 base income under his prior contract, which ended on January 31. It did not include any cash for endorsement rights or a fee for personal appearances. He owes the $150,000 increase from the new deal in endorsements ($75,000) and personal appearance money ($75,000).
If Austin stays at Auburn, his contract could potentially pay him $950,000 for the 2026 season after he receives raises of $200,000 on February 1, 2025, and an additional $350,000 on February 1, 2026.
A 100% guaranteed buyout of the remaining amount payable to him during the contract’s length is included in the agreement.
If Austin decides to leave Auburn, he will be responsible for $375,000 if he leaves before December 20, 2024, $250,000 if he leaves before December 20, 2025, or $125,000 if he leaves before December 20, 2026.
Although Austin won’t owe Auburn anything in the event that he takes a job in the NFL as a play-calling coordinator, head coach, or any other role, the conditions of the contract.
According to previously obtained contracts, Austin is entitled to the same bonus structure as other aides.
From 2019 until 2022, Austin served as Liberty’s co-offensive coordinator under head coach Hugh Freeze. In addition, he served as Ole Miss’ offensive coordinator from 2008 to 2009, sharing a staff with Auburn offensive coordinator Derrick Nix.
