Auburn has significantly boosted D.J. Durkin’s salary with a new contract. According to reports, Durkin will earn $2.5 million in 2025, which is more than double his previous salary of $1.2 million in 2024. His three-year deal, signed on February 5, totals nearly $8 million. This salary hike positions Durkin among the highest-paid college assistants, indicating the competitive landscape for coaching salaries in college football. Durkin joined Auburn after a stint at Texas A&M and faces a pivotal season under Head Coach Hugh Freeze as they aim for success and playoff aspirations.