Courtney Morgan Agrees to Landmark Contract with Alabama Football After USC Pursuit
In a significant move for college football’s front office landscape, Alabama has secured General Manager Courtney Morgan with a precedent-setting three-year contract, sources confirmed to ESPN on Monday night. Morgan’s new deal, which averages $825,000 annually, cements his status as the highest-paid personnel figure in college football.
The contract comes after a summer pursuit by USC, which attempted to hire Morgan for a similar role. In response, Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer acted quickly to ensure Morgan’s future in Tuscaloosa, securing the extension that has been quietly agreed upon for some time. The contract is set to be formally approved by the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees on Tuesday.
Morgan’s rapid rise in the football front office space has been nothing short of impressive. He was a key figure behind Washington’s national runner-up finish in 2024, working closely with DeBoer during his tenure there. When DeBoer was hired by Alabama to succeed Nick Saban earlier this year, Morgan followed, bringing his talent for assembling elite recruiting classes with him. His impact has already been felt, as Alabama’s 2025 recruiting class currently ranks second nationally in ESPN’s latest rankings.
Morgan’s upgraded deal follows his initial $500,000 contract with Alabama, signed in February, and reflects the growing financial commitment to football personnel roles. The contract not only sets a new benchmark but also emphasizes the increasing competition for top front office talent in college football. Earlier this summer, Texas Tech general manager James Blanchard also received a significant pay raise, securing a two-year deal worth $800,000.
As college football continues to evolve, the significance of front office roles like Morgan’s is becoming increasingly clear, with programs investing heavily in the personnel that build championship-contending rosters.
