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Cignetti's Bonuses: Indiana's Investment in Football Success

Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti is reaping the rewards of his teams impressive 12-0 regular season in 2025, triggering significant bonuses in his contract. His base salary of $500,000 has been boosted by a $250,000 signing bonus, a $1,000,000 annual retention bonus, and additional bonuses for conference wins. If Indiana wins the Big Ten championship game against Ohio State, Cignetti could earn an extra $1,150,000. A College Football Playoff appearance guarantees at least $500,000, with the potential to rise to $2,000,000 if the Hoosiers win the national championship.

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