Michigan State Hiring Former Big Ten Head Coach: Report
Summary
Michigan State University has reportedly decided to hire Pat Fitzgerald as the new head coach for their football team, the Spartans. This decision follows the firing of the previous head coach, Jonathan Smith, after a disappointing season. Fitzgerald previously coached at Northwestern for 17 seasons.Key Facts
- Pat Fitzgerald is expected to be the new head coach for the Michigan State Spartans.
- Fitzgerald hasn't coached since he left Northwestern, where he worked from 2006 to 2022.
- Michigan State fired Jonathan Smith, who had a 9-15 record over two seasons.
- The team had a 4-8 season under Smith in the Big Ten Conference.
- Athletic Director J Batt made the decision to change coaches, citing a need for improvement.
- Michigan State still owes over $30 million to Smith due to his contract.
- Fitzgerald's appointment is supported by reports from multiple sources, including CBS Sports.
- As of November 30, Fitzgerald had not officially signed a contract, but plans were clear.
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