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Top Notre Dame Assistant Named Favorite for Big Ten Coaching Job

Top Notre Dame Assistant Named Favorite for Big Ten Coaching Job

Summary

Michigan State University has fired its head football coach, Jonathan Smith, after a losing season. The university is considering candidates to replace him, including Notre Dame's offensive coordinator, Mike Denbrock.

Key Facts

  • Michigan State University fired head coach Jonathan Smith after two seasons.
  • The team had a 4-8 record last season, with only one win in the Big Ten.
  • Jonathan Smith had a total record of 9-15 at Michigan State.
  • The university will pay Smith $33 million as part of his contract buyout.
  • Reports suggest Pat Fitzgerald might become the new head coach, though it is not confirmed.
  • Mike Denbrock, Notre Dame's offensive coordinator, is also being considered for the role.
  • Denbrock has previous connections to Michigan, having been a graduate assistant at Michigan State in the late 1980s.
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