Michigan fired Coach Rich Rodriguez on Wednesday, ending a disappointing three-year tenure marred by embarrassing losses and NCAA violations at college football's winningest program. Athletic director Dave Brandon announced the decision after meeting with Rodriguez on Tuesday and again Wednesday morning. He said the two had an "open, honest and direct exchange." "Michigan is not used to this," Brandon said. "I believe this is the best decision for the future of Michigan football. We have not achieved at the level that I expect." Rodriguez, who was the coach at West Virginia before arriving in Ann Arbor, finishes 15-22 at Michigan. Rodriguez was 6-18 in Big Ten play, 11-11 at home. The school can buy out the final three years of his contract for .5 million. "I am proud of the dedication and commitment exhibited by the coaching staff and student-athletes who have represented the University of Michigan football program over the last three seasons," Rodriguez said in a statement issued Thursday. "While I am disappointed to depart Ann Arbor before we were able to reach the level of success we had in our sights, I am confident that the players who remain have the potential to do great things and to return the Wolverines to greatness. I would like to thank our fans and our student body for their tremendous support. There is great passion for Michigan football and I have made lifelong friends through this experience." Brandon said he will immediately begin a national search for ...
Tags: Michigan Wolverines, Rich Rodriguez, Dave Brandon, Michigan AD, 15-22, three seasons, NCAA violations, three-year probation
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