LSU defensive coordinator John Chavis is about to become one of the highest-paid assistant coaches in college football.
Chavis, who made $700,000 in salary plus a $90,000 bonus for reaching the BCS title game, will receive a new three-year contract averaging $1.1 million per year, according to Gannett. The contract is expected to pay him $900,000 next season, $1.1 million in 2013 and $1.3 million in 2014.
Chavis joined LSU’s staff in 2008 after 19 years in the same position at Tennessee.
LSU ranked No. 5 nationally this season in run defense, allowing 90 yards a game and No. 8 in pass defense, allowing 171 yards per game. The Tigers ranked No. 2 in total defense and No. 2 in scoring defense, surrendering 11.2 points per game.
Chavis’ new contract will have to be approved by the Board of Supervisors, with a meeting expected to take place in June.
If approved, Chavis will become the third-highest paid assistant in the country, behind Alabama defensive coordinator Kirby Smart and USC defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin.
 
 
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