Missouri extends coach Eliah Drinkwitz through 2029

Missouri extended football coach Eliah Drinkwitz’s contract through the 2029 season on Thursday.
Drinkwitz, 42, has guided the Tigers to a 38-24 record since his hiring in December 2019.
Missouri went 11-2 in 2023 and 10-3 last season, the program’s winningest two-year stretch since 2013-14.
The Tigers are 27-7 (.794) at home under Drinkwitz, including 7-0 in 2024, and are 2-2 in bowl games.
“I’m incredibly grateful for the continued belief in our vision for Mizzou Football,” Drinkwitz said. “The Board of Curators, President (Mun) Choi, (athletic director) Laird Veatch and our donors and fans have shown a deep commitment to building a championship-caliber program. That means investing in the people throughout our building who work tirelessly for our student-athletes. I’m proud of the staff we’ve assembled and excited to keep pushing forward together.”
He is scheduled to earn $9 million this season, rising to $9.25 million in 2026 and $9.5 million in 2028. According to the USA Today database, Drinkwitz’s total compensation for 2025 ranks tied for sixth in the Southeastern Conference.
Missouri reached a high of No. 8 in the Associated Press Top 25 poll in 2023 and peaked at No. 6 last season.
“The consistent progress we’ve seen under Coach Drinkwitz’s leadership is inspiring,” Veatch said. “This extension, along with increased investment in our coaching and support staff, reflects our commitment to sustaining success at the highest level. It’s all part of our ‘Will to Win’ — a clear statement that we’re building championship programs.”
Drinkwitz and the Tigers open the 2025 season at home against Central Arkansas on Aug. 28.