Category Archives: Coaching contracts

Richmond football coach Scott resigns after 2nd DWI arrest

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Richmond football program was thrown for a loop when head coach Latrell Scott resigned after receiving his 2nd DWI arrest. Less than two weeks from the start of the Spiders’ football season, the University of Richmond on Tuesday accepted … finish reading Richmond football coach Scott resigns after 2nd DWI arrest

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Butch Davis fired by UNC; timing curious

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

UNC finally took the action many had been expecting for months.  The school fired head football coach Butch Davis as a result of the wide spread problems encountered within the football program. Sources close to the program apparently cited the … finish reading Butch Davis fired by UNC; timing curious

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UC Davis’ Jim Les notifies Bradley of intent to sue

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

According to ESPNChicago.com: [Jim] Les wrote an email to Bradley board of trustees chairman Michael McCord earlier this week to notify him of a potential lawsuit against the university to dispute the amount of money Bradley still owes him after … finish reading UC Davis’ Jim Les notifies Bradley of intent to sue

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Will Ohio State problems fade to background? BMV report very suspect

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It seems unlikely that the OSU problems will fade to the background despite the school’s hope that Terrelle Pryor’s departure will lessen the focus on the bulk of the allegations. If you look at the Notice of Allegations that North … finish reading Will Ohio State problems fade to background? BMV report very suspect

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West Virginia and former coach Bill Stewart reach $1.65 million settlement

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Roy Kessel

West Virginia has agreed to pay former football coach Bill Stewart $1.65 million in “general and liquidated damages.” As an additional part of the settlement, Stewart will be entitled to keep other benefits including accrued vaction time and sick pay. Both parties … finish reading West Virginia and former coach Bill Stewart reach $1.65 million settlement

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Chizik’s new contract allows pay during NCAA investigations

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Most universities are very concerned about NCAA investigations and so a new type of provision was written in to many contracts allowing the schools to suspend payments to coaches if the school was under investigation. Any coach with leverage will … finish reading Chizik’s new contract allows pay during NCAA investigations

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Mike Dunleavy win $13 million arbitration award

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Los Angles Clippers ordered to pay $13 million to former general manager and coach Mike Dunleavy. The ruling was issued a little over a year after the Clippers fired Dunleavy as general manager. The amount awarded to Dunleavy included past compensation with … finish reading Mike Dunleavy win $13 million arbitration award

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When does getting kicked out of casino get you a raise?

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Apparently it gets you a raise when the person in command above you does something even worse.  In this case, Bill Stewart resigned at West Virginia after allegations that he asked a reporter to “dig up dirt” on Holgorsen soon … finish reading When does getting kicked out of casino get you a raise?

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Charlie Weis still raking in money from Notre Dame

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Not bad to be collecting payments from your former employer for six years after you leave, right?  Well according to a Chicago Tribune report, despite Notre Dame sending Charlie Weis packing in November 2009 after five seasons and a lackluster 35-27 … finish reading Charlie Weis still raking in money from Notre Dame

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What happens next for Ohio State and Jim Tressel? Suspension?

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Well things have actually been reasonably quiet on the Ohio State front for the last week. But the behind the scenes issues going on at Ohio State are anything but quiet.   Multiple media outlets have called for Jim Tressel’s head … finish reading What happens next for Ohio State and Jim Tressel? Suspension?

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Former Grambling coach Spears wins almost $600k in jury trial

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Baton Rouge, LA (Sports Network) – Former Grambling State head football coach Melvin Spears Jr. was awarded nearly $600,000 by a jury that ruled the school breached his contract when he was fired in 2006. Spears had a five-year contract … finish reading Former Grambling coach Spears wins almost $600k in jury trial

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Kansas State settles dispute with former FB coach Ron Prince for $1.65 million

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Kansas State has agreed to settle a contract dispute with former coach Ron Prince for $1.65 million.  But the surprising part of this AP report, is that the school incurred almost $400,000 in legal fees in the process.  That amount … finish reading Kansas State settles dispute with former FB coach Ron Prince for $1.65 million

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What will happen to assistant coaches in NFL labor dispute

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Roy Kessel

If you look around, most of the discussion surrounding the NFL labor dispute focuses on the owners and players.  You get a smattering of other parties such as the agents, the TV networks, sponsors and others. But very little attention … finish reading What will happen to assistant coaches in NFL labor dispute

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Doug Williams returning to coach Grambling

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Former Washington Redskins star quarterback Doug Williams is returning to Grambling State as coach of the Tigers football team according to an AP report. Grambling State Athletic Director J. Lin Dawson announced the return of the College Hall of Famer … finish reading Doug Williams returning to coach Grambling

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College Football coaching changes

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The last wave of coaching movement winds down: Boise State–Chris Petersen gets bonus and raise to $1.52 million in 2011 and escalate to $1.87 million in 2015 Florida State–Jimbo Fisher gets 5 year $13.75 million contract; Georgia–hire Kirk Ollivadotti from … finish reading College Football coaching changes

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NFL Coaching changes

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

More movement as the lockout approaches: New England–Brian Ferenetz (TE); Harold Nash (S&C); George Godsey (offensive assistant coach) New York Jets–assistant OC Mike Bloomgren leaves for Stanford; San Diego==promoted Steve Wilks to assistant head coach San Francisco–Greg Jackson as assistant … finish reading NFL Coaching changes

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NFL Coaching updates

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Relatively light movement as the lockout approaches: Arizona–promoted Mike Miller to OC Chicago–extend Mike Tice’s contract Green Bay–Mike McCarthy will get new contract worth $5 million per year Tennessee–hire Jerry Gray as DC Washington–hire Sean McVay as TE coach

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Mountain West reprimands Steve Fisher

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Mountain West Conference has reprimanded San Diego State coach Steve Fisher for his remarks made Monday that were critical of the firing of Wyoming coach Heath Schroyer last week and violated the league’s sportsmanship rule. Fisher used his opening … finish reading Mountain West reprimands Steve Fisher

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Jets denying requests to speak with Callahan and others

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Titans wanted to speak with assistant head coach Bill Callahan for their offensive coordinator position.  The Jets denied that request. The Raiders wanted to speak with secondary coach Dennis Thurman for the DC position.  The Jets denied that request. It is … finish reading Jets denying requests to speak with Callahan and others

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NFL Coaching moves (2-9-11)

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Roy Kessel

NFL Coaching moves Arizona-Ray Horton, DC; DeShea Townsend and Louie Cioffi as defensive backs coaches; Indianapolis-Hire David Walker (RB), Devin Fitzsimmons ; New England–Secondary coach Corwin Brown won’t return; Oakland-named Greg Biekert LB coach; Philadelphia–hired Johnnie Lynn as CB coach; Tampa … finish reading NFL Coaching moves (2-9-11)

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