New Delhi, Nov. 16 -- Texas A&M are finalizing a major contract extension for head coach Mike Elko that will make him one of the highest-paid coaches in college football. The deal is expected to be announced soon. This new agreement will showcase how much the university believes in Elko and wants to keep him in College Station for many years to come.

Since taking over in late 2023 after Jimbo Fisher's departure, Mike Elko has transformed Texas A&M into a powerhouse. He boasts a 17-5 overall record, including an 8-5 mark in his debut 2024 season. This year, the Aggies stormed to a perfect 9-0 start, their best since 1992, climbing to No. 3 in the College Football Playoff rankings.

Mike Elko's defensive-minded approach, honed from stints ...