In what could only be termed a minor surprise, Mark Richt this afternoon announced via statement that he’ll be retiring as the head coach of the Miami Hurricanes.
Richt leaves following three seasons in charge at his alma mater, compiling a 26-13 record. His time in Coral Gables was highlighted by his team’s 10-3 2017 campaign which culminated in an ACC Coastal Division title.
However year three at The U did not go smoothly, with frequent calls (familiar to UGA fans), for him to give up offensive playcalling duties. A 35-3 loss to Wisconsin in the Pinstripe Bowl dropped the ‘Canes to 7-6 on the season and assured that 2019 would have been a “win or else” season in South Florida.