The decision South Carolina running backs coach Bobby Bentley had to make was a complex one.
He reportedly had an offer to become Auburn’s offensive coordinator, a job that would no doubt mean more money and career advancement. But he would step into a situation that might grow unstable, and it would likely not have come with play-calling duties. It would’ve also meant missing his son Jake’s senior season in Columbia.
So as he worked through the decision, he didn’t hide it from his son.
“He talked to me about it,” Jake Bentley said.