"College Football Coaching Carousel: Firings, Hires, and Financial Fallout"

The college football coaching carousel is in full swing, with several notable firings and retirements. Jimbo Fisher was fired from Texas A&M, costing the school a record buyout of over $76 million. Zach Arnett was fired from Mississippi State after just one season, while Mel Tucker was fired by Michigan State amid a sexual misconduct investigation. Northwestern fired Pat Fitzgerald amid hazing allegations, and San Diego State's Brady Hoke announced his retirement. Boise State also fired Andy Avalos, and Penn State fired offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich. USC's defensive coordinator Alex Grinch was let go, and Iowa's offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz will not return for the 2024 season.