Report: Michigan extends AD Warde Manuel to 2030

Field Level Media|published: Thu 5th December, 14:37 2024

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel looks on during warm up before the game between Ohio State and Michigan at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel is getting a five-year contract extension through June 2030, ESPN reported Thursday.

Manuel, 56, has been running the Wolverines' athletic department since 2016 and also chairs the College Football Playoff selection committee.

Before taking over at his alma mater, the former Michigan defensive lineman was the athletic director at Buffalo (2005-12) and UConn (2012-16).

Manuel's previous contract extension would have expired in June 2026, according to the report.

His new deal includes an average annual compensation of $2.4 million, near the top among Big Ten programs, per ESPN.

--Field Level Media

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