Six days after Texas A&M announced a contract extension for football coach Mike Elko, the Aggies announce they have extended athletic director Trev Alberts for six years, matching Elko's tenure.
“As we navigate the changing landscape of college athletics, Trev Alberts' professionalism, knowledge and business approach is just what we need to compete boldly in the future,” said Texas A&M Interim President Tommy Williams.
Alberts, a first-round NFL draft pick and ESPN broadcaster, was hired by Texas A&M in 2024 after serving as AD at Nebraska, his alma mater, since 2021.
In February, Alberts led negotiations with Playfly Sports, securing a 15-year, $515 million fully guaranteed multimedia rights deal, the largest of its kind in the history of college athletics; The agreement also included an NIL strategy for A&M athletes.
Elko's extension was announced Saturday, when the No. 3 Aggies came back to score 27 second-half points to beat South Carolina 31-30, the largest comeback in school history, to move to 10-0. Although Elko arrived just before Alberts was hired, he said he appreciates the continuity the extension brings.
“We are building something special here at Texas A&M, and my partnership with Trev is an integral part of that,” Elko said. “I truly appreciate his leadership, especially the open dialogue he maintains with his coaches to gather feedback and elevate Texas A&M as one of the top brands in the country.”
