WASHINGTON, D.C. — If results are what really count in college football, Ruffin McNeill had a landmark first season.
If the best way to measure the success of the East Carolina coach's debut is to compare his results against those who came before him, McNeill had arguably the best opening act in the school's coaching history. His six wins are the most for a rookie coach since his own former ECU coach, Pat Dye, started roaming the sidelines back in 1974, and McNeill's came against far more formidable opponents.
Though his bowl trip didn't go as well as that of immediate predecessor Skip Holtz, McNeill's potential-infused inaugural campaign could give rise to another program growth spurt with even greater results than those achieved under Holtz.
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Nathan, hyperbole to the extreme
"He wants ECU to be his long-term home, and if he gets that wish, McNeill will likely become the longest-tenured ECU coach."
You want a Pulitzer prize and if you get your wish, you will likely be the first at the DR!!!-
Not likely with the above nonsensical sentence
Jason- the season was 6-7. ECU was blown out of many games. Could it be, this was "left over" from the Holtz era to some degree!!
You are correct, his recruiting skills - that he never had to use as head coach before-will be put to the test
lets be at least a little realistic as you froth at the mouth- all is not wine and roses for next year Its looks pretty grim if you ask me.
Instead of this:
"In fact, one might say McNeill just made the strongest opening statement in the school's history."
How about this:
which quaterback should be on the field , DD may not be the best choice!!
hmmmm
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