TCU Horned Frogs
· 2026-06-29
TCU Horned Frogs head coach Sonny Dykes landed a blockbuster contract extension on April 3.
The extension comes after Dykes led the team to the College Football National Championship game in 2022.
Dykes' previous contract ran through 2028 and paid him more than $7 million.
The new extension's terms are not publicly disclosed due to TCU being a private university.
Under Dykes, the Horned Frogs have the most victories and victories over ranked opponents in the Big 12.
TCU remains the only Big 12 team to win a CFP game.
Dykes will look to replace quarterback Josh Hoover, who transferred to Indiana.
The 2025 Horned Frogs went 9-4, including a 5-4 finish in the Big 12.
They defeated the USC Trojans 30-27 in overtime in the Alamo Bowl.
Analysts expect former Harvard Crimson quarterback Jaden Craig to take over behind center.
TCU Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Mike Buddie praised Dykes' leadership and track record.
The Horned Frogs will face the North Carolina Tar Heels on August 29, 2026.
Dykes made three previous stops as a head coach, including Louisiana Tech, California, and SMU.
He has a combined record of 71-63 in his previous coaching positions.
The Horned Frogs struggled to a 5-7 record in 2023, but bounced back with a 9-4 record in 2024.
They defeated Louisiana 34-3 in the New Mexico Bowl that year.
Dykes' extension is a significant move for the program, as they look to build on their recent success.
The Horned Frogs have a strong foundation in place, with a talented roster and experienced coaching staff.