Feature: Coaches On The Brink

A candid look at NCAA football coaches who might be in over their heads at large programs.

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J. Newcastle

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• Brad Childress and the Vikings Still Have Questions at QB

  Childress's clock is ticking fast if the Vikings don't find a better quarterback solution.

  Opinion by J. Newcastle — on May 04, 2009

• Charlie Weis Needs to Win in 2009 to Quiet the Critics

  After two good seasons and two disappointing ones the clock is ticking on Weis to bring the Irish back to the top of college football.

  Opinion by J. Newcastle — on Apr 20, 2009

• Bret Bielema Seems Helpless to Stop the Wisconsin Slide

  Bret Bielema appears to be another assistant promoted up who is over his skis.

  Opinion by J. Newcastle — on Apr 09, 2009

• Steve Kragthorpe is a Victim of Coaching Celebrity

  Kragthorpe’s reputation got him where he is and it has not translated into success.

  Opinion by J. Newcastle — on Apr 02, 2009

• Al Groh at the Crossroads in Virginia

  There are equally compelling cases to keep or fire Al Groh.

  Opinion by J. Newcastle — on Mar 10, 2009

• On The Hot Seat: The Clock is Ticking for Mike Sherman at Texas A&M

  Despite an impressive coaching résumé and strong recruiting, Mike Sherman is struggling to win games and the fans’ support in College Station.

  Opinion by J. Newcastle — on Mar 03, 2009

• Dan Hawkins Needs to Turn the Corner at Colorado

  After three rocky seasons, Hawkins needs a solid performance in 2009 to stay off the hot seat.

  Opinion by J. Newcastle — on Feb 27, 2009

• Bill Snyder Returns To Rebuild Kansas State Again

  After a three year absence, K-State tries to find magic again with the winningest coach in school history.

  Opinion by J. Newcastle — on Feb 18, 2009

• Chizik Faces Uphill Battle at Auburn

  Gene Chizik, even if moderately successful, will still be way behind the class of the SEC.

  Opinion by J. Newcastle — on Feb 17, 2009

• Lane Kiffin’s Misadventures in Coaching Continue

  Lane Kiffin’s track record as a head coach is anything but stellar so far.

  Opinion by J. Newcastle — on Feb 15, 2009