Jeff Monken Talks Contract Extension At Army

Monken signed an extension this week reportedly worth $2 million annually

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The Army Black Knights have secured their coach for the foreseeable future. 

West Point confirmed on Monday that Jeff Monken had signed a multi-year contract extension. Monken is in his tenth season with the program. Since 2017, Monken and the Black Knights have accrued a 52-27 record. He is the second-winningest coach in Army West Point football history.

On Tuesday afternoon, Monken met with members of the media in his usual time slot. Among other things, Monken offered his thoughts on the new contract that will, reportedly, keep him in New York through 2027 and pay him $2 million annually.

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"I'm thrilled to be the coach here and be on America's team ", Monken stated. "I'm just getting started...I love this institution and what it means to this country...I consider it an honor and a privilege to be the coach here. As far as the timing, this is something that's been in conversation for months...I'm very pleased that they believe in me enough here that they want to keep as the coach here...It's an awesome feeling to know that we've got a great future here ahead"

Army are 2-1 to start the year with wins over Delaware State and UTSA. The offense has generated 415.3 yards per game and 35.7 points per game under the direction of new offensive coordinator Drew Thatcher. 

Army are also currently engaged in discussions with the American Athletic Conference about potentially joining the league as a football only member. This move by the AAC would replace SMU, who will join the ACC in 2024. 

Army continue the 2023 season on Saturday, September 23 when they travel to face in-state foe Syracuse.