Urban Meyer Reveals Initial Reaction to Michigan Hiring Kyle Whittingham
Summary
Kyle Whittingham was hired as head coach of the Michigan Wolverines after leaving the Utah Utes, where he coached for 21 years. Urban Meyer, a former Ohio State coach and close friend of Whittingham, initially reacted with surprise but quickly supported the decision, saying it was a good fit for Michigan.Key Facts
- Michigan hired Kyle Whittingham as head coach on December 26.
- Whittingham was the Utah Utes head coach for 21 seasons before joining Michigan.
- Michigan parted ways with former coach Sherrone Moore on December 10 due to an inappropriate relationship.
- Urban Meyer, former Ohio State coach and close friend of Whittingham, shared his reaction to the hiring.
- Meyer had a perfect 7–0 record against Michigan while coaching Ohio State.
- Whittingham worked as defensive coordinator under Meyer at Utah before becoming head coach there.
- Meyer praised Whittingham as the right choice for Michigan and mentioned giving him advice.
- Meyer remains connected to college football even though he is retired.
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