Danny White receives contract extension

The University of Tennessee has announced a raise and extension for vice chancellor and director of athletics Danny White. It’s a new six-year deal for White, who will now make $2.2 million annually to guide the athletics department.

White was hired at Tennessee two years ago, coming over from UCF. He brought Josh Heupel with him, and the two have quickly turned the football program around. Heupel was rewarded with a brand new $9 million per year contract on Tuesday.

Now it’s White’s turn.

“Danny White’s strong and innovative leadership of our athletics department has created a championship culture and excellence across all sports in record time,” said Chancellor Donde Plowman via release.…