COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Steve Spurrier has told South Carolina players he is retiring, leaving fans of the Gamecocks and college football wondering why now.
A person close to the situation said Tuesday that South Carolina co-offensive coordinator and offensive line coach Shawn Elliott will be the interim Gamecocks coach the remainder of the season. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the school has not announced Spurrier's decision to retire or who will be the interim coach.
More answers could come about the sudden developments when Spurrier holds his weekly news conference — which has been moved to a more spacious location on campus — Tuesday at noon EDT.