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College Football Coaches: Who's Safe and Who's Not?
USATue Jul 08 2025
The Precarious Nature of Coaching Jobs
College football coaches operate under constant scrutiny. Their tenure hinges on the satisfaction of fans, boosters, and administrators. A single poor season or even a single loss can catapult a coach into the hot seat.
Ryan Day's Rollercoaster at Ohio State
- Last Season's Pressure: Ryan Day faced intense scrutiny following a loss to Michigan.
- Redemption: Winning the national championship reversed his fortunes.
- Current Status: Now, he is considered one of the safest coaches in the game.
The 2025 Coaching Landscape
Expert Ratings and Job Security
- Rating Scale: Coaches are rated from 0 to 5.
- 0 to 1.99: Safe
- Above 4: Trouble
- Coaches Under Pressure: Arkansas, Auburn, Oklahoma, and Oklahoma State are among those feeling the heat.
The Fragility of Job Security
- Volatility: A few bad games can quickly turn a secure position into a hot seat.
- Purpose of Ratings: These ratings serve as a starting point for fans and experts to gauge coaching stability.
Methodology Behind the Ratings
- Expert Input: Nine experts assessed each coach's job security.
- Scoring: The average of these scores provides a clear picture of each coach's standing.
- Snapshot: The ratings offer a glimpse into the coaching landscape as the 2025 season approaches.
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questions
How reliable and objective are the hot seat ratings given that they are based on the opinions of a select group of experts?
What are the potential biases that could affect the ratings provided by the panel of experts?
If a coach's job security is rated on a scale from 0 to 5, does that mean a rating of 6 would result in a free pizza for the team?
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