Furrey Gets One-Year Extension, Top-Paid Assistant

0:00On March 19, South Carolina just boosted job security for wide receivers coach Mike Furry. On Thursday, the university's board of trustees approved a one-year extension on his contract, keeping it through the 2027 season. His annual salary stays at $650,000. Like all the game cocks assisting coaches, Furry got a two-year extension after the 2024 season. That bunch is paid from $425,000 and ran through December 31, 2026. Now he's locked in longer than most. Furry joined the staff in late February 2024, right after some quick turnover at the position. The 48-year-old brings NFL experience as a wide receivers coach for the Chicago Bears and head coaching stints at Division 2 limestone, college. His high-energy style has helped snack top-in-state recruits. Last season showed promise for South Carolina's receivers under Furry. Players like Nick Harbour and Freshman Jaden Sellers made strides, even if no one hit

1:00a breakout year over 650 receiving yards. With this deal, Furry ranks among the top paid assistants on Shane Beamer's staff, where only defensive line coach Travian Robertson's contract ends after 2026. It signals stability as the game cocks build for the future.