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Here's how much Ball State football coaches make

MUNCIE, Ind. — Ball State football's coaching staff will make more than $1.75 million this year before bonuses.

The 11-person coaching staff — which does not include assistants or support staff — will make $1,751,500 in combined base salaries, according to contracts obtained by The Star Press. In total, Ball State football spent $1,914,559 on salary, wages and benefits during the 2020-21 season. Data for the 2021-22 season was not yet available at the time of the request.

Head coach Mike Neu, who began his tenure in 2016 and signed a five-year contract extension in 2021, will make the most this upcoming season.