P.J. Fleck signs contract extension through 2028

P.J. Fleck.
P.J. Fleck. Photo credit GettyImages

P.J. Fleck, the head coach of the University of Minnesota Football team, has announced that he signed a seven-year contract extension keeping him with the organization through the 2028 season.

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With numerous college head coaching positions open across the nation, some thought Fleck might consider leaving Minnesota, but now all doubts have been put to bed.

In a statement, Fleck made it simple, “This is home.”

“Our family loves it here, and we are excited to continue this journey at the University of Minnesota,” he added.

Fleck shared that he has worked to create a sustainable culture in Minnesota and build a successful football program.

“Today is another step in that process, and this new contract is a commitment to our elite staff and the entire state of Minnesota,” Fleck said.

In his five seasons as the head coach of the Gophers, Fleck is 32-21 with two bowl appearances and wins.

On Tuesday night the Gophers were ranked 20th in the NCC College Football playoff rankings with a record of 6-2.

Fleck ended his statement saying, “Our goal is to recruit and coach an elite level and to have our young people achieve academic, athletic, social, and spiritual experience. It’s a tremendous honor to lead this program, and we will continue to work to build a culture that connects the entire state.”

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