This isn’t just about the money. It’s about why Oregon pays him. He’s not just a play-caller. He’s a quarterback whisperer.
He developed Bo Nix. Now he’s working with Dillon Gabriel. Gabriel is a transfer from Oklahoma. Stein is polishing him like a diamond. That makes the salary worth every penny.
UK announces Oregon offensive coordinator, KY native Will Stein hired
Quirky Fact #2: The “Genius” Title
We call him “offensive genius.” But here’s the truth: He hates that label. He says it’s all about the players. Typical humble guy.
Yet, his salary screams otherwise. You don’t pay a humble guy a million bucks unless he’s actually a genius. It’s the ultimate reverse psychology.
