What we’ve learned throughout the week-plus of this coach search is that the news cycle abhors a vacuum, but it looks like we’re finally getting something more than unsubstantiated rumors. An Oregon newspaper reported over the weekend that MSU had contacted Ducks assistant Chip Kelly, who last week was named Mike Bellotti‘s successor in waiting. We also learned that Syracuse is going hard after East Carolina head coach Skip Holtz. The sides are expected to meet tonight, although Syracuse is still looking at other candidates.
And yesterday, the Associated Press reported that Florida offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Dan Mullen had spoken with State about Sylvester Croom‘s old job. Mullen denied that rumor yesterday. Nevertheless, he seems a little more “gettable” than Kelly at the moment, so let’s take a closer look at him.
Current job: Florida offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach (since 2005)
Age: 36
Previous stops
• 2003-04: Utah quarterbacks coach
• 2001-02: Bowling Green quarterbacks coach
• 1999-00: Notre Dame graduate assistant offense
• 1998: Syracuse graduate assistant offense
• 1996-97: Columbia receivers coach
• 1994-95: Wagner receivers coach
Notable: Florida ranks first in SEC, third in nation in scoring offense. … Gators also ranked first in SEC, third in nation in scoring in 2007. … Florida was only team in 2007 to run for at least on TD and pass for at least one TD in every game. … QB Tim Tebow won the 2007 Heisman.
Inside Mississippi State Sports with Brad Locke 
December 8, 2008 at 9:36 am |
He would be a good hire but sounds like either he is not interested or we have someone else in mind. I say that because Meyer says he is not a finalist for the job. At this point, I have no idea who it will be. In fact, I’m tired of all the rumors. Greg is saying nothing so I’m just going to quit following this crap until I hear of the selection on the evening news.
Now, maybe I can get something done today. 🙂
December 8, 2008 at 9:56 am |
You know what I’ve learned? That when Greg Byrne said he was going to keep quiet, he damn well meant it!
I’m still holding out hope for Chris Petersen (ever the optimist, me), but Dan Mullen seems like he’d be a good choice as well. I’m getting close to the point of asking if we can have Coach Croom back, now that several of his assistants are committed elsewhere (and I wanted to give Croom more time with different assistants anyway).
December 8, 2008 at 10:19 am |
I’ve learned that if I’ve got a secret and I can only tell ONE person it’s going to be Greg Byrne by golly. This guy can keep a secret better than a chinese spy. I have no idea who we’re going to end up with but I believe in Greg.
December 8, 2008 at 10:39 am |
Maybe a secret; Maybe not a clue.
December 8, 2008 at 10:39 am |
the fact that mullen denies it after meyer is the one that said it kind of bothers me….sounds to me like he isnt interested and if we are willing to throw this huge amount of money at a young OC and they arent interested then it makes you wonder who we will actually get….the longer we wait, the more skeptical i get….ugh!!
December 8, 2008 at 10:55 am |
hate to throw out another rumor, but a friend of a friend works for MSU, and they told my friend that Peterson has already been hired, and they will make the announcement later this week. I know it can’t be substantiated, just passing along what I heard. I just hope it is true.
December 8, 2008 at 11:10 am |
I believe that the less we hear out of Greg Byrne, the more truth there is that the deal has already been sealed, and waiting for the official announcement. You can’t go by what coaches say, or what their AD’s or HC’s say. Right now, teams are getting ready for BIG games, and trying to hold on to their recruits. I agree with most on this blog, that Greg Byrne is doing his job to the letter. I like it. Better than having our laundry aired during this process, as in the past.
December 8, 2008 at 11:33 am |
I learned that hot dogs with chilli is good and I heard Bill Cowher flew into Columbus airport yesterday
December 8, 2008 at 11:39 am |
My cousin goes to school at the W and she said everyone was talking about Jason Garrett arriving this morning in Columbus.
December 8, 2008 at 11:41 am |
Just heard from GG that a major announcement was coming this afternoon. Said it will shock the world!!!!!!!
December 8, 2008 at 11:47 am |
Farley, is Coach Croom coming back? You did say shock the world, didn’t you.
December 8, 2008 at 11:50 am |
I just learned that GB saved a ton of money switching to Geico.
December 8, 2008 at 11:53 am |
We got a stellar football coach and Rick Stansbury will slide into a purely recruiting role so we can have a stellar basketball coach too?
(Don’t get me wrong. I think Stansbury is a pretty good coach, but I also believe his “pretty good” has cost us some games.)
December 8, 2008 at 11:54 am |
Also heard Chuck Norris cooks Greg Byrne’s breakfast everyday
December 8, 2008 at 12:00 pm |
I think GG is coming outta retirement and is gonna have a grudge match with BL. He did give me a Ric Flair WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! When we got off the phone.
December 8, 2008 at 12:07 pm |
GB is the father of Chuck Norris’ beard.
MSU will have to reach OTL III before a Peterson hire can be made.
Book it! Xenu 4Life!
December 8, 2008 at 12:13 pm |
Greg’s thetan too low for Petersen?
December 8, 2008 at 12:15 pm |
Probably waiting on the second Tuesday of the month, you know when the mothership comes by to visit.
December 8, 2008 at 12:21 pm |
petersen aint coming….time to try to get wilson…
December 8, 2008 at 12:22 pm |
wilson?
December 8, 2008 at 12:23 pm |
You know, all it takes to increase your thetan level is money. It won’t matter anyway if they hire Garrett or Cowher. Peterson can go ahead and stay with the Galactic Confederacy.
December 8, 2008 at 12:23 pm |
You don’t want him Dennis done drove his old butt crazy
December 8, 2008 at 12:23 pm |
Wilson Phillips?
December 8, 2008 at 12:36 pm |
My sources have told me that Joe Paterno was hired by Hendrix motorsports to be Junior’s spotter for next year.
December 8, 2008 at 12:39 pm |
Hire Tebow!
December 8, 2008 at 12:41 pm |
Brad, a question….If State schedules a press conference, how far in advance will they let the media know so they can have people there? Let’s say they announce a press conference for this afternoon at 3:00, how far in advance would you have know about it?
December 8, 2008 at 12:42 pm |
There you have it sports fans. Press conference at 3pm to announce the next coach.
December 8, 2008 at 12:47 pm |
Basketball press conference at 2:30 today. Byrne is going to let Stansbury announce the new football coach, as long as he’s not too hoarse.
December 8, 2008 at 12:47 pm |
Ya’ll are behind, I found out about that at breakfast this morning, so there’s your answer bantyroster. They tell the media during breakfast
December 8, 2008 at 12:48 pm |
kevin wilson, OK’s OC….mullen has denied being contacted…. petersen has said multiple times he isnt coming….brain kelly said he wasnt coming….patterson’s AD said he wasnt interested….dooley dogged us and said no thanks….
this is getting farther and farther down the list i think and the longer we wait the worse…i think byrne is trying his hardest but who knows who accepts…..
draws where did you hear that??
December 8, 2008 at 12:50 pm |
I just freaking hope that whoever the new Dawg coach is, he will GET RIDDDD of those UGLY white helmets
December 8, 2008 at 12:54 pm |
Bantyrooster just said it, carwwest. And I hope whomever becomes the new coach, the last thing on their mind is how our helmets look. twss
December 8, 2008 at 12:56 pm |
I heard the new helmets would be trimmed in pink as Elton John tries his hand as MSU’s next football coach.
December 8, 2008 at 12:57 pm |
Is this 3PM press conference for real?
December 8, 2008 at 12:58 pm |
Like the helmets we wore at the Kentucky game?
December 8, 2008 at 12:59 pm |
I doubt it inherface.
December 8, 2008 at 1:01 pm |
Yep press conference to be held at the horse barn
December 8, 2008 at 1:05 pm |
you will think like a winner if you look like a winner .. otherwise .. you will think like a loser if you look like a wiener.
December 8, 2008 at 1:11 pm |
No draws, these helmets will have no significance other than recognizing the general gaiety of these events.
December 8, 2008 at 1:15 pm |
You’re saying msu football is gay?
December 8, 2008 at 1:19 pm |
just saying clean the house unis and all
December 8, 2008 at 1:20 pm |
Y’all are in fine form today.
I imagine they’d give enough notice for all the media folks to get here (from places like Memphis, Biloxi, etc.). Could be a same-day thing if they announced it in the A.M.
December 8, 2008 at 1:21 pm |
Are you saying MSU football is gay?
December 8, 2008 at 1:23 pm |
Wow, looks like state better take Mullen if he actually called THEM, because it looks like no one else would touch this job with a 10 foot pole. On another note, there was a helicopter that circled the stadium and set down on the practice field this morning around 8…maybe showing someone around, I don’t know, looks like this thing is all over the map. My money is on Curley Hallman, Terry Bowden or Dennis Franchione
December 8, 2008 at 1:24 pm |
Braves, you are one of the most confused individuals I’ve ever blogged.
December 8, 2008 at 1:25 pm |
Priority list:
1. New Coach
2. New QB
3. New attitude
4. New Maroon Helmets
5. New Socks
December 8, 2008 at 1:33 pm |
where did you here mullen called us??…he denied even being contacted by us this morning…
lets take one thing at a time…we need a coach first….then the helmets….but i can almost assure that the new coach could easily win over some fan base by announcing we are bringing back the marron helmets…
December 8, 2008 at 1:33 pm |
*maroon…sorry
December 8, 2008 at 1:35 pm |
Priority List:
1. bamamanreturns true identity
2. Garnishing JB’s social security check
3. Gayest? Braves or Draws?
4. Shin implants for Farley
December 8, 2008 at 1:39 pm |
Definitely miss the old school helmets!
December 8, 2008 at 1:42 pm |
BL, so are saying they have or have not told you about a press conference??…maybe i read it wrong, im sick as heck and cant see straight….
December 8, 2008 at 1:42 pm |
Definelty get Farley some HGH. And why will pink trimmed helmets not attract some new fan base?
December 8, 2008 at 1:45 pm |
Press conferenct at horse barn, 3 o’clock
December 8, 2008 at 1:49 pm |
I don’t know swamp. But I can assure you braves will definatly be donning his gay apparel this holiday season.
December 8, 2008 at 1:50 pm |
Car, you mean they haven’t told you about the press conference?
December 8, 2008 at 1:51 pm |
i guess not, im so out of the loop right now…
so now im hearing we have not contacted mullen but he would be “very interested” if we called….this is getting out of control!!!….somebody is a liar!!
December 8, 2008 at 1:52 pm |
Are Santa Claus G-strings considered gay apparal?
December 8, 2008 at 1:52 pm |
So Braves is going with you to the Carrie Underwood concert now???????
December 8, 2008 at 1:53 pm |
Heard there is a plane headed to Dallas. Terrell Owens as HC?
December 8, 2008 at 1:55 pm |
Has anyone heard Jimbo Fisher’s name mentioned?
December 8, 2008 at 1:57 pm |
No braves, but your assless chaps are.
December 8, 2008 at 1:57 pm |
dawgsfan81 Says:
December 8, 2008 at 1:55 pm
“Has anyone heard Jimbo Fisher’s name mentioned?”
Just did.
December 8, 2008 at 1:58 pm |
I told you it’s Jason Garrett!
December 8, 2008 at 1:58 pm |
Is that Chris’s dad?
December 8, 2008 at 1:59 pm |
I would settle for Tony Romo as a coach as long as Jessica Simpson comes to a few games. 😉
December 8, 2008 at 2:00 pm |
As long as she doesn’t sing I’m fine with that?
December 8, 2008 at 2:00 pm |
And your leather vest with no shirt?
December 8, 2008 at 2:01 pm |
Chris’s mom, anal conception and all.
December 8, 2008 at 2:02 pm |
You guys and all your guessing games, ya’ll so silly…55 minutes till press conference at horse barn
December 8, 2008 at 2:02 pm |
Didn’t know RB was that way!!!!!!!!
December 8, 2008 at 2:03 pm |
Not to mention your sailor outfit.
December 8, 2008 at 2:04 pm |
They should change the name of the joint off 45 in west point to the whores barn. I might go then.
December 8, 2008 at 2:06 pm |
or Blue Oyster Bar.
December 8, 2008 at 2:09 pm |
No Braves, they’ve already got one of those in Shannon I hear. Would be a great place to wear a sailor outfit, or go dressed up as an indian.
December 8, 2008 at 2:09 pm |
ok this thread has taken off and i have no idea where to…haha
December 8, 2008 at 2:10 pm |
I thought the one in Shannon was called Fudge Packers?
December 8, 2008 at 2:13 pm |
It’s actually called Rumors. Which is exactly what this place has turned into the past week.
December 8, 2008 at 2:14 pm |
The Associated Press-
-Starkville, MS – Current governor of Alaska and former Republican Vice-presidential nominee, Sarah Palin, was confirmed landing in Starkville, MS to interview for the head coaching job at Mississippi State University on Monday morning. The small university located in rural Mississippi has been searching for a head coach since Sylvester Croom resigned on November 29th. Palin’s last head coaching job was a stint with her oldest son’s YMCA hockey team in Juneau. She was recently see touring Scott Field on a snowmobile.
December 8, 2008 at 2:15 pm |
I thought it was a snow machine?
December 8, 2008 at 2:16 pm |
At least there’d be a hot piece of ass walking up and down the sidelines. Braves thought that was why we hired crxxm though.
December 8, 2008 at 2:17 pm |
i will be glad when you all get a coach so you can go back to pretending like you have a chance to compete in the SEC
December 8, 2008 at 2:17 pm |
I just hope that with all this build up about who the next coach will be, we won’t be let down.
December 8, 2008 at 2:17 pm |
Walrus humper?
December 8, 2008 at 2:18 pm |
Hush your naughty mouth before I put it to work. 😉
December 8, 2008 at 2:21 pm |
Speaking of items enjoyed by the gay community. Nice username skoalbandit.
December 8, 2008 at 2:22 pm |
If Sarah can see Russia from her house, maybe we can see the endzone from our own side of the field because that seems to be where we always are. Maybe we should try recruiting Joe the Plumber?
December 8, 2008 at 2:22 pm |
what do you mean “you all”? Surely you aren’t racist……….
December 8, 2008 at 2:22 pm |
assbandit?
December 8, 2008 at 2:26 pm |
Shut ya mouth punk!
December 8, 2008 at 2:26 pm |
I’m sure that has touched his lips too braves.
December 8, 2008 at 2:27 pm |
What do you mean be “you all” Prez??????????????
December 8, 2008 at 2:27 pm |
Anyone here have any inside info? Like, maybe they worked for the team or something?
December 8, 2008 at 2:28 pm |
Ah calm down ima. Assbandit is a lover not a fighter. Now given that’s gay sodemy love but who’s counting.
December 8, 2008 at 2:29 pm |
and you consider “bigdraws” straight? and wow braves dawg “assbandit” really, it really took you 5 min to think up “assbandit”
December 8, 2008 at 2:30 pm |
No it didn’t take him 5 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!! His mouth was full and he couldn’t talk!
December 8, 2008 at 2:30 pm |
You just went full retard Farley. You never go full retard.
December 8, 2008 at 2:31 pm |
imabuttpirate?
December 8, 2008 at 2:31 pm |
reading your board, i now see why you still have not found a coach.
December 8, 2008 at 2:34 pm |
Hey don’t you knock THE VAN…we’ll run over you with it
December 8, 2008 at 2:36 pm |
“Mama, I’ll see you again tonight in my head movies. But this head movies makes my eyes rain!”
December 8, 2008 at 2:42 pm |
No more blathering?
December 8, 2008 at 2:44 pm |
“i now see why you still have not found a coach.”
I guess your eye recovered from that incident in the bathroom stall with Braves then.
December 8, 2008 at 2:47 pm |
What the he#@ is going on here. Dan Mullen can come to Starkville just as long as Tim Tebow transfers with him…….or we’ll just take Tebow and let him coach to….
December 8, 2008 at 2:47 pm |
I hope you clowns do not represent what the MS State fan base is all about, if so you probably topped out at Croom; if you move now you might have a chance to get him back.
December 8, 2008 at 2:50 pm |
clowns??? I know brave’s got it in your eye but it’s not make up or anything, just wash it out
December 8, 2008 at 2:50 pm |
Skoal…We just wan to win… You see some of these people have gone crazy from losing. Its called getting your a@@ whipped syndrome. The olnly move we want to make on Croom is OUT….
December 8, 2008 at 2:50 pm |
Skoal…We just want to win… You see some of these people have gone crazy from losing. Its called getting your a@@ whipped syndrome. The olnly move we want to make on Croom is OUT….
December 8, 2008 at 2:51 pm |
Sorry for the double……I’ve got the syndrome to
December 8, 2008 at 2:52 pm |
That’s not the case with Swamp diamondawg. He got mad cow disease from his last girlfriend.
December 8, 2008 at 2:55 pm |
diamonddawg23, good point you are not who i had in mind when i said clown.
dawgintheswamp, i am sure you can tell it was not make up by the taste, however, trust me, braves is in no way man enough to get anything anywhere near me.
December 8, 2008 at 2:57 pm |
True draws, i should have left your sister at the farm i found her at.
December 8, 2008 at 2:57 pm |
I thought that too bandit, but he’s a sneaky bastard. Still have nightmares about that day last December……..
December 8, 2008 at 2:59 pm |
I just have to thank your mom for giving me my username bandit. And it ain’t because of my waste size if you know what I mean. Sorry about that spot we left in your backseat by the way.
December 8, 2008 at 2:59 pm |
I’m out….
December 8, 2008 at 3:09 pm |
It stinks like sex in here.
December 8, 2008 at 3:14 pm |
Nobody else smells it. Maybe you should shave or clean your mustache.
December 8, 2008 at 3:22 pm |
mustache rides……
December 8, 2008 at 3:30 pm |
a source close to the administration just reported that Nutt has been contacted by Greg. I can’t tell you his name but i’ll give you hints……his first name rhymes will toll and his last name rhymes with mandit. Thats all i’m telling
December 8, 2008 at 4:29 pm |
TCU’s Patterson is leaving Dallas on a plane heading for Bryan Field tonight………….
December 8, 2008 at 9:54 pm |
I will be soglad when GB makes the call…any hints who it might be?
December 8, 2008 at 10:00 pm |
Burt Reynolds