They were once, as Hurricanes coach Mark Richt detailed on Wednesday at the YMCA of South Palm Beach County Inspiration Breakfast, teammates and friendly rivals.
Today, the coach and UM legend Jim Kelly remain close, which is why Richt was disappointed to hear Kelly was once again, battling cancer.
Yet, as much as it hurt him to hear of Kelly’s newest health issue, Richt stressed Wednesday he believes the NFL Hall of Famer will handle his treatment with strength and courage, thanks mostly to Kelly’s own faith.
“We’re all praying for Jim and Jill and his daughters,” said Richt, who noted he and Kelly had exchanged messages recently.