UConn Announces Jason Candle as New Head Football Coach (Updated)

[Bongo Fury]

I know we can't harp on recruiting Connecticut/Mass/RI/NY but I've always felt like there's a lot of kids here with potential that just need the right program to develop. I think it's a good area for him if this is his expertise

That would be a good thing but I’d totally fine with if he can continue to get good talent from Ohio, FLA or wherever talent is.

 

[huskymedic]

 

[UCFBfan]

Did Mora take our GM or whatever that position is called? I think after head coach, that position is the second most important. Having someone do the behind the scenes work with the portal, etc and not having the HC have to worry as much about that is huge now a days.

 

[freescooter]

Funny to go back and read all the experts list the front runners for the job. I assume he shows up someplace in the others receiving votes category but Smith, the FCS guys and Sammis seemed to have been the favorites. Yet now they are saying this was Dave’s guy from the get go. 2nd time he hired a guy nobody expected. Hope Candle is just as successful or even more.

 

[ArtTheFan]

Is there a more irrelevant city in American sports today than Pittsburgh?

True, the last time I cared about them was when THE IDIOT traded Ronnie and Ulf to the Quins (and I'm talking about Youngstown State Penguins).

 

[huskymedic]

-> Toledo AD Bryan Blair has made it known to folks within Toledo athletics they would like to retain Kehres; but it remains to be seen whether this is just a "we have our man already, I'm gonna go ahead and make this happen" or if they are planning a "national search in which Coach Kehres will be considered."

Big decision for Toledo and one that likely impacts whether or not they retain Kehres.

The reason I say that, is because based on the coach he is, and the performance of his units on the field, Kehres has fielded significant interest from other head coaches about joining their programs as defensive coordinator. Currently, Syracuse, Nebraska, UConn and another ACC program are all waiting for an answer from Kehres, several sources tell FootballScoop <-

 

[Bandito2025]

Did Mora take our GM or whatever that position is called? I think after head coach, that position is the second most important. Having someone do the behind the scenes work with the portal, etc and not having the HC have to worry as much about that is huge now a days.

The position was just posted on the Universities website

 

[JMick]

Eagles fan Geno said “his Eagles” have a QB that played at Toledo

I've always appreciated how Geno gives real consideration to questions like this. Especially lately. That was a way better and way longer response than anyone deserved and it did a good job conveying how a lot of people around here feel

 

[Duncan Idaho]

Thanks Dave and welcome Coach Candle. Imagine it can be tough, do your best to not schedule competing dates with the attending fanbase.

 

[NowInStorrs]

Wait. We want our coach to steal recruits from his prior school?

It's different when our guy does it.

 

[Jaydumo20]

I'd like to see Victor Rossa reconsider along with a couple of the guys on defense

Good call. I wonder if we will get some dudes back. More importantly, I wonder if he'll want them.

 

[JetsUC93]

I wonder what he is going to do for QB next year. Will he go to portal?

Maybe go after the BCU QB that is in the portal?

 

[TheDude]

Maybe go after the BCU QB that is in the portal?

You know I was thinking that same thing. Dillon Lonnergan. Immense talent. I think he injured a thumb in SU game. I'd take the FAU guy in a heartbeat if he entered the portal.

 

[ArtTheFan]

Fans are fickle. If you combed the boneyard history you would find almost manic reactions to everything at some point

Just like that Dr Pepper hot seat ad, Fans are fickle.

 

[IndyLives]

No excuses. Candle can turn the UConn football team into a Texas Tech type football program in a few years. UConn should be competing for Playoff spots and National Titles soon. Let's Go!!

 

[Tm203]

Toledo reunion October 3rd next season at the rent

 

[businesslawyer]

Did Adam Smith say that back in 1776?

Don’t know. I think I was watching Sportscenter that day instead of CNN.

 

[Alum1620]

It has been been said that Candle wants to bring his Co-DC/safeties coach Ross Watson with him but faces a challenge as so does his own ex DC

 

[CL82]

It's different when our guy does it.

When we do it, I prefer to call it liberating recruits.

 

[HuskyNan]

I've always appreciated how Geno gives real consideration to questions like this. Especially lately. That was a way better and way longer response than anyone deserved and it did a good job conveying how a lot of people around here feel

Hunh. A former player once told me Geno could sell ice to eskimos.

 

[HuskyNan]

 

[rich1122]

Maybe go after the BCU QB that is in the portal?

We already payed big bucks$$ for a QB already on the roster.

Pay a lot at the risk of having a D like this year.

 

[Kolumbo]

former hc is poaching to a lesser program because he needs a quick fix. Candle would be elevating players to a better situation and improving their options. Big diff. That's how I see it.

 

[giddyup]

I hope this inspires the boys playing in their bowl game. They built the foundation and their work is part of the legacy that allows UConn to continue to get to the next level. Finish strong. You deserve it.

 

[Kolumbo]

"The Closer"

Sounds like a group effort. Awesome!