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BOCA RATON — Florida Atlantic football coach Tom Herman said on Tuesday that the staff changes made over the weekend were not easy ones.
“This was not an emotional decision,” Herman said. “It was very difficult. I have a ton of respect for both of these men.”
Amid a sputtering 2-7 season – and winless in American Athletic Conference play – the Owls optedto shake things up for the remainder of the season. On Sunday, it was announced that defensive coordinator and linebackers coach Roc Bellantoni had been fired. Bellantoni had been with the Owls since 2022, his second stint at FAU, the first as defensive coordinator from 2014 to 2016.
Additionally, associate head coach and offensive line coach Ed Warinner also was let go after expressing interest in leaving after the season.
The reaction to the exits was sudden and strong. Players – many of whom were unhappy – took to social media to express their thoughts. Additionally, many notable incoming recruits announced their de-commitment from FAU shortly after the news was made public.
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“Our players obviously were upset at first, I would be dishonest if I told you [otherwise],” Herman said. “They had really good relationships with those guys, but I think they also understand that the definition of insanity is repeatedly performing the same act expecting different results.”
FAU football coach Tom Herman, shown on the sideline during the game against USF, talked about his staff shakeup on Tuesday.
Herman has since pegged Brandon Harris to be the interim defensive coordinator, Jordan Helm as the interim linebackers coach and Kyle Chung as the interim offensive line coach.
“I’ve been impressed with Brandon my entire time working with him. He’s very detailed. The…
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Publish date : 2024-11-12 19:41:07
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