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Big Ten School Fires $33 Million Head Coach After 4-8 Season

Big Ten School Fires $33 Million Head Coach After 4-8 Season

Summary

Michigan State University has fired head football coach Jonathan Smith after a 4-8 season, which included a poor 1-8 conference record. The school decided to end his contract, paying $32.5 million for a buyout, and is seeking a new coach to lead the program in a different direction.

Key Facts

  • Michigan State University's football team finished the season with a 4-8 record.
  • Jonathan Smith was fired from his position as head coach.
  • The team's conference record was 1-8.
  • Michigan State will pay $32.5 million to end Smith's contract early.
  • Smith was originally hired in November 2023.
  • J Batt, the new Athletic Director, chose to make the change.
  • The team ended the season with a win over Maryland, despite calls for Smith's firing during the game.
  • The school plans to find a new coach to improve the team's performance.
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