im no insider, but maybe he thought he should have been named DC last year?
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You’re right … 1 position coach is not make or break …
But when you fire Buh … Have McDonald leave … Have 2 more assistants that are actively looking and interviewing at other programs … And another assistant who is telling people he is open to the right move …
It’s cause for concern … And losing them all (which I’m not saying is happening, but it’s on the table depending how the chips fall) …
Could define the tenure … IMO …
Ouch
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redwingillini11
White and Sixth
- North Aurora
You’re right … 1 position coach is not make or break …
But when you fire Buh … Have McDonald leave … Have 2 more assistants that are actively looking and interviewing at other programs … And another assistant who is telling people he is open to the right move …
It’s cause for concern … And losing them all (which I’m not saying is happening, but it’s on the table depending how the chips fall) …
Could define the tenure … IMO …
I’m sure Fenelus is a great guy but that hire made no sense last year.
chiefini
- Rockford, Illinois
You’re right … 1 position coach is not make or break …
But when you fire Buh … Have McDonald leave … Have 2 more assistants that are actively looking and interviewing at other programs … And another assistant who is telling people he is open to the right move …
It’s cause for concern … And losing them all (which I’m not saying is happening, but it’s on the table depending how the chips fall) …
Could define the tenure … IMO …
Dislike. Our crew just renewed our season tickets…
I have renewed my 2 seats for 2024.
He was not the candidate Bret was after …
Bret did not get the top couple guys he was after and settled with Fenelus … Took a risk … It didn’t work … He saw it wasn’t working and made a change …
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Per Jeff Johnson, “Buh’s firing reportedly didn’t sit well with many within Illini football program.”
Consistent with what others have shared.
Consistent with what others have shared.
I think BB talked with Buh and he decided to enter the “coaches portal” so there’s a chance he could return just like some athletes return to their original school. Not!!!
I don't blame them, didn't see anything that warranted a firing unless there's something else going on behind the scenes.
I'm resigned to the fact that we may not have the momentum to adequately replace all the staff losses this time around. Hope I'm wrong
My only thoughts
Changing up the defense, so Buh was let go. Maybe get different minds to craft a new def?
Derek Leonard on offensive staff? Or would he have to come one as analyst first in this day and age?
Changing up the defense, so Buh was let go. Maybe get different minds to craft a new def?
Derek Leonard on offensive staff? Or would he have to come one as analyst first in this day and age?
redwingillini11
White and Sixth
- North Aurora
This thing feels on the brink of spiraling out of control.
No and No.
illinidarrin
- from parts unknown
Can we at least see what happens first before people jump off a Bridge?
No. You must be new here/s
Thanks for confirming I know nothing lol
I'm wondering if this isn't like the Landry situation under Tepper.
Always tough when everyone on your staff has their eyes on other spots. You don't want to get caught with the short straw.
Always tough when everyone on your staff has their eyes on other spots. You don't want to get caught with the short straw.
Why are so many willing to jump ship? What are we missing?You’re right … 1 position coach is not make or break …
But when you fire Buh … Have McDonald leave … Have 2 more assistants that are actively looking and interviewing at other programs … And another assistant who is telling people he is open to the right move …
It’s cause for concern … And losing them all (which I’m not saying is happening, but it’s on the table depending how the chips fall) …
Could define the tenure … IMO …
TentakilRex
- Land O Insects between Quincy-Macomb-Jacksonville
This offseason, hopefully the steps forward > the steps back.
That we are likely to be a perennial bottom 5 B1G team in the new world order. Didn't quite capitalize on the buzz and excitement of a surprise year with a top 5 NFL draft choice by being inconsistent. Also don't really have anything innovative or exciting about our coaching staff or culture. Until we start to really turn the ship around and really develop an identity and culture. We'll be an okay stop for a year or two to gain experience, but you want to get out before you become associated with lack of success.
Now if we keep having strong defenses and don't back slide into giving up bunches of points, and start to pull of consistent wins against our peers and throw an upset every few years at an Oregon, USC, OSU, Michigan then we might have people who aren't actively trying to leave every year.
To put it simply …
I think the expectation has been set at 6-6 … And if we can do that year in and year out … With the occasional year that’s a little better … I think everyone (Josh, Fans, etc.) … Would be very pleased …
But going forward … If I’m a coach … 6-6 seems pretty tough to get year in and year out with the schedule going forward …
So - when someone comes calling from a better program … With more money … You listen …
Couldn’t have said it better myself …
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