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Brian Kelly to Rutgers? New Buzz Links Former LSU Coach to Big Ten Job
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Cited: Bleacher Report, Sports Illustrated, NJ.com
TL;DR
Brian Kelly is reportedly a candidate for the Rutgers head coaching job if Greg Schiano is fired, thanks to his ties to the school's administration and his recent admission that he misses coaching.
Why now
Rutgers' 0-2 start has put Greg Schiano on the hot seat, and Kelly's connections to the school's president and athletic director make him a natural replacement candidate.
Agree / conflict
While some argue Kelly's LSU tenure ended poorly, his track record and Northeast roots make him a strong fit for Rutgers.
Takeaway
Kelly's return to coaching seems imminent, and Rutgers could be his next stop if the school decides to make a change.
Brian Kelly's name is back in the coaching carousel conversation. According to The Athletic, Rutgers could be a landing spot for the former Notre Dame and LSU head coach if the Scarlet Knights decide to move on from Greg Schiano. Kelly has strong ties to Rutgers' front office—president Bill Tate and athletic director Keli Zinn both worked with him at LSU—making a potential hire a natural fit.
Kelly, who has been working as a color commentator for CBS Sports, recently admitted on Sirius XM that watching the first weekend of college football was tough. 'I had a hard time watching it,' he said. 'I've been doing it for 35 years, and not to be part of that process...
Rutgers, currently 0-2 under Schiano in his seventh season, faces pressure to perform. 3 million buyout. Kelly, a Massachusetts native, has deep Northeast roots, making a return to the region plausible.
FAQ
Why is Brian Kelly linked to Rutgers?
Rutgers' athletic director and president both worked with Kelly at LSU, and the school may be looking for a new coach if Greg Schiano is fired.
What did Brian Kelly say about coaching again?
Kelly admitted on Sirius XM that watching college football without coaching was difficult, saying he missed being on the sidelines.
Is Greg Schiano's job in danger?
Rutgers is 0-2 this season, and Schiano's buyout is $17.3 million, but a loss to USC could increase pressure on his job security.
What is Brian Kelly's coaching record?
Kelly spent 12 seasons at Notre Dame and four at LSU, with a 5-3 start in his final season before being dismissed.
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