Red Hot

Every year around the time families begin to think of gathering for Thanksgiving, some unfortunate athletic directors begin to ponder a much less joyous occasion ... hiring a new football coach. Needless to say this is very seldom a time for celebration. It does not happen often where the replacement of a coach is a pleasant and easy transition. As opposed to an anointment, it more often resembles a coup d\'etat. The AD will be beset by hundreds of calls, some wanted and most unwanted, from people offering advice on who should coach \"our\" team. After all, every male over the age of 18 is an expert on football, and will gladly share his opinions. Also, rich alums long ago learned it is much easier (and significantly less expensive) to buy a college team. The beleaguered AD has an arduous task. Yet, we offer some help with our annual look at the coaches who should be on the list every