Texas A&M's Record-Breaking Buyout: Jimbo Fisher Fired, Program in Need of New Coach

Texas A&M University has fired head football coach Jimbo Fisher in the middle of the season, citing underperformance despite elite resources. Fisher's $77.5 million contract buyout is the highest in college football history. The university plans to use unrestricted contributions and department revenues to cover the buyout. The decision comes after Fisher's six-year tenure failed to produce a championship or College Football Playoff appearance. The interim head coach will be Elijah Robinson, the team's defensive line coach and co-defensive coordinator.