Sports
Isi, sancionado con siete partidos: "Estoy muy jodido, no nos tratan a todos por igual"
Marca
SportsFeature
Otz Is Here to Stay: Iowa State Locks Up T.J. Otzelberger Through 2036
TL;DR
Iowa State has extended head coach T.J. Otzelberger's contract through 2036, with an annual salary of $6 million. This move solidifies his position as one of the highest paid coaches in college basketball.
Key points
- T.J. Otzelberger signed a 10-year contract extension.
- His contract runs through 2036.
- Annual salary is $6 million.
- He has transformed Iowa State basketball.
- Iowa State has made three Sweet Sixteen appearances under his leadership.
Mentioned in this story
T.J. Otzelberger
Iowa State CyclonesNCAA
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - FEBRUARY 24: T.J. Otzelberger of the Iowa State Cyclones looks on during play during the second half of the game between Iowa State Cyclones and Utah Utes at Jon M. Huntsman Center on February 24, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Photo by Bryan Byerly/ISI Photos/ISI Photos via Getty Images) | ISI Photos via Getty Images
The Otz Era just got a whole lot longer.
Iowa State athletic director Jamie Pollard announced Wednesday that head coach T.J. Otzelberger has agreed to a 10 year contract extension through 2036 with an annual salary of $6 million, making him one of the highest paid basketball coaches in the country.
In five seasons in Ames, Otzelberger has transformed Iowa State basketball into a perennial NCAA Tournament program. Three Sweet Sixteens in five years. Consistent Top 25 appearances. A culture built on defense, toughness, and player development that has become the envy of the Big 12.
Pollard made his feelings clear in his statement saying Iowa State was committed to rewarding Otzelberger for what he has built and excited to continue that success under his leadership. Otzelberger echoed the sentiment, calling Ames home for his family and expressing gratitude for the support of President Dr. Cook and Pollard.
For a program navigating real financial headwinds, committing $6 million annually to a head coach is a significant statement of priorities. It says plainly that Iowa State believes the return on investment is worth it. Based on the last five years, it is hard to argue otherwise.
Q&A
What is T.J. Otzelberger's new contract length with Iowa State?
T.J. Otzelberger's new contract with Iowa State is a 10-year extension through 2036.
How much will T.J. Otzelberger earn annually after his contract extension?
After the contract extension, T.J. Otzelberger will earn an annual salary of $6 million.
What achievements has T.J. Otzelberger accomplished at Iowa State?
T.J. Otzelberger has led Iowa State to three Sweet Sixteen appearances in five seasons and consistent Top 25 rankings.
