ORLANDO, Fla. -- The man who replaced Chip Kelly has been fired as Oregon's head coach.
Kelly is certain to be mentioned as one of the top candidates for the job – even after two blanket denials he has any interest in returning to the college ranks. Oregon athletic director Rob Mullens announced the firing of head coach Mark Helfrich on Tuesday.
"We want to thank Mark for his eight years with the University of Oregon and appreciate his efforts on behalf of Oregon football," Mullens said in a statement. "We wish Mark and his family the best.