Fired Coaches in Hindsight: A Reflection on Regrettable Decisions

Have you ever thought about fired coaches and whether it was a wrong move? Let’s dive into some Reddit reflections.

Summary

  • Frank Solich at Nebraska: A bone-headed move in hindsight despite dominance.
  • Terry Bowden at Akron: Turned a struggling program around but then fell back into obscurity.
  • Ruffin McNeill at ECU: A regrettable decision that still haunts fans.
  • Bo Pelini at Nebraska: From consistent success to uncertain times under Frost.

Terry Bowden at Akron

Terry Bowden’s firing at Akron, after showing progress with minimal resources, led the team back to mediocrity, averaging two wins per season post his departure

Ruffin McNeill at ECU

Ruffin McNeill’s dismissal in 2015 remains a polarizing decision amongst fans, with many regretting the move

Bo Pelini at Nebraska

From a period of consistent success, Bo Pelini’s exit marked a decline for Nebraska, sparking debates among fans