Dykes fired!
(Written by kencraw)
WOW! This was NOT expected. What odd timing… this long after the season. I wonder if there’s something else up besides just on the field stuff…
The other way to go is to go with the rumor mill in thinking “Isn’t it an odd coincidence that Chip Kelly was just fired from the 49ers?”
January 8th, 2017 at 12:43 pm
A good man who ultimately failed. I wish him well.
I hope they have a plan or a hire in mind, otherwise, why not do this the day after the season?
January 8th, 2017 at 12:47 pm
My biggest concern in the announcement is that they said that Jake Spavital will be the interim head coach. That’s the sort of statement one makes when they expect for it to be a while before they get a replacement.
But, maybe I’m reading into it too much. If they announce Kelly’s hire in the next few days, I’ll be impressed with their execution and jumping on an opportunity.
(I’m not so sure I would agree that’s a great move, but it would still reflect uncharacteristic initiative and execution by the AD.)
January 8th, 2017 at 4:03 pm
Chip for 1-3 years with Spavital as understudy and coach in waiting wouldn’t be bad
January 9th, 2017 at 5:29 am
I won’t lie, this is the best thing to happen to Cal football since we fired Tom Holmoe. Bring back Tedford! #LifelongTedHead #OurDomicile
January 11th, 2017 at 8:55 pm
The Chronicle is saying it has a lot to do with reduced season ticket sales, down 30% YOY, and overall athletic budget pressures. Sorry, I don’t have a link.
January 15th, 2017 at 2:30 am
Justin Wilcox looks like he knows where he wants to go with the Bears. Eager to see the rest of his staff hires. OL coach appears to be outstanding.