Brian Kelly

By jvd253 -09 January 2013
85 Comments
- Football

Watching the KU game on ESPNU now. Did anyone else see the report where Brian Kelly is interviewing for the Eagles vacancy? It'd be pretty great if we could pick off some of ND's recruits if he left.

oregonianbuckeye on 9 Jan 2013 - 9:46pm #

Hope the Eagles hire him and Jaylon comes to Cbus.

BUCK-I-FAN on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:17pm #

I tend to believe this is a Kelly wanting to get paid. he isn't going to the NFL hust my opinion.

Buckeyevstheworld on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:25pm #

Get out of here with that negative talk. :(

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

Buckifan4Life on 10 Jan 2013 - 8:28am #

Exactly! Interviewing for an NFL job has become so disingenuous these days. They just want a raise and do so by wasting everyone's time. Brian Kelly isn't going anywhere...

kareemabduljacobb on 9 Jan 2013 - 9:49pm #

^That's what I'm thinking. Would love to snag Jaylon Smith... hopefully that wouldn't scare off some of the guys next year though.

kareemabduljacobb on 9 Jan 2013 - 9:52pm #

"Kelly met with the Eagles on Tuesday, and there was mutual interest after the interview, according to league sources. Kelly left the country after meeting with the Eagles and could not be reached for comment."

"The Eagles and Kelly have agreed to revisit talks when he returns this weekend, according to league sources."

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/8830219/brian-kelly-notre-dame-fightin...

Sounds like a real possibility.

buckeye_baker on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:02pm #

I'm sure that it was scheduled and he is on vacation or whatever...but, having seen the brutal nature of Eagles fans, the line "Kelly left the country after meeting with the Eagles" struck me as hilarious.

"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying." -Woody Hayes

UrbanWoodrowEar... on 10 Jan 2013 - 1:50am #

Buckifan4Life on 10 Jan 2013 - 8:48am #

"Sources" = make believe people.

Buckeyevstheworld on 9 Jan 2013 - 9:54pm #

The possibility of getting Redfield and Jaylon makes me giddy like a Buckeye fan when Urban was hired.

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

buckatron32 on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:03pm #

The staff never really seemed interested in Redfield even though he said he would listen if the coaches reached out to him. Adding Jaylon would be insane though, possibly the best linebacker recruiting class ever.

Buckeyevstheworld on 10 Jan 2013 - 7:28am #

If Bell goes to Bama, that might change.

Mitchell
Smith
Johnson

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

Buckeye_in_SEC_... on 10 Jan 2013 - 9:05am #

Mitchell and Johnson are already commits.

Killer nuts on 9 Jan 2013 - 9:54pm #

I want Saban, Chip, Kelly, and Brian Kelly to all go to the NFL

Buckeyevstheworld on 9 Jan 2013 - 9:59pm #

Why Chip Kelly?

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

Killer nuts on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:00pm #

Less recruiting competition/ Dontre Wilson

Buckeyevstheworld on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:05pm #

If Brian Kelly is gone, there might be a shot at getting Jaylon Smith, and maybe Redfield. In addition it will shut ND fans up for awhile. I'd prefer this over getting Wilson.

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

Killer nuts on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:25pm #

I imagine that in the long term Urban will probably run into Chip on the recruiting trail for some athletes beyond Dontre.

Buckeyevstheworld on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:38pm #

Might not be a problem if the NCAA comes down hard on them.

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

Buckeyeneer on 10 Jan 2013 - 7:18am #

Are you kidding? 20 years of mediocraty would not shut up the ND fans, losing their coach won't do it either.

"Because the rules won't let you go for three." - Woody Hayes
THE Ohio State University

Buckeyevstheworld on 10 Jan 2013 - 7:30am #

Shutting them up for just 5 minutes would be considered a while.

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

SonOfBuckeye on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:33pm #

I want Urban to get another shot at Saban first.

I clicked on it... I regretted it immediately...

Schierbuck on 10 Jan 2013 - 8:58am #

I want them all to go but in 4 years and the story line is they are leaving because they can't compete with Urban Meyer and the Buckeyes.

kmp10 on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:01pm #

It would surprise me greatly. I'm under the impression that ND is to Brian Kelly what Ohio State is to Urban Meyer... ultimate dream job. He's recruiting at an elite level, getting paid millions, and coaching at, what I thought, was his own personal destination job. In addition, I think Kelly has a very abrasive personality and coaching style, and although coaches like Parcells, Coughlin and Belichick also have gruff personalities / styles, they have the resume AT THE NFL level to garner respect in spite of them being "difficult". I think professional players would tire very quickly of Kelly's ranting, and ultimately tune him out. I think Jim Tressel would be a much better fit at the NFL level. That doesnt mean I think Tressel would be a great NFL HC... but I think he would have better chance to succeed than Brian Kelly.

Killer nuts on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:03pm #

Some guys just want to prove they can cut it at the highest level

btalbert25 on 10 Jan 2013 - 10:29am #

Brian Kelly is all about Brian Kelly and money. He gave the speech saying Notre Dame was his dream and all that but I don't buy it. He had 2 pretty crappy years at Notre Dame leading up to this one. He had a magic season, but he's going to lose key players, and while he has a nice recruiting class coming in, it's not likely they'll repeat this year's success for a couple of years if at all.

He could posslibly be worth more right now than he ever has been. It would'nt surprise me at all if he bolts for the Eagles.

willshire58 on 10 Jan 2013 - 11:38am #

I think moreso than looking for a pay raise, Kelly is looking for a couple of academic exceptions per year for his recruiting classes. After going up against Saban and seeing the difference in talent levels, I think Kelly realizes that something needs to be done to get the playing field closer to level. He'll never be able to oversign like Saban, but at least he'd be able to get a couple more high profile guys that wouldn't normally qualify at ND. If ND doesn't appease him, I think he is NFL bound.

CC on 10 Jan 2013 - 12:30pm #

I hadn't thought of that but I totally agree.

Run_Fido_Run on 10 Jan 2013 - 12:53pm #

It seems like the ND administration has already loosened things up quite a bit for Kelly. We might even argue that Urbz is using a tighter filter than Kelly is right now.

If ND gets even more generous in allowing academic exceptions, then it will be rather fitting that ND and Lousville are both joining the ACC because they'll be similarly-run programs.

Buckeye_in_SEC_... on 10 Jan 2013 - 1:07pm #

Kelly knew the academic requirements when he went there. I think he realized that he might be a hot name in the NFL and wants to cash in. The coaching carousel in the NCAA will allow him to come back anytime he is ready.

Ahh Saturday on 10 Jan 2013 - 1:35pm #

I hear this all the time regarding ND's academic standards, and then they sign another top 5 recruiting class. Recruiting is not, and has not been ND's problem.

buckeye_baker on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:04pm #

And Brian Kelly will be given a bonus to stay in 3...2...1...

"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying." -Woody Hayes

BuckeyeKrime on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:22pm #

Exactly... he is probably doing what Chip Kelly did.

NC_Buckeye on 10 Jan 2013 - 12:21am #

Yep. He's doing what BOB did. Wanting more money for him and his assts.

#fistpumpgobuckeyes

Hayze on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:11pm #

I wonder if we would have room for Jaylon even if he did want to commit. I'd guess he'd take Worley's spot?

I'd love to take Redfield as well should we strike out on Bell.

Also OT Hunter Bivin is another who we were real high on. I think there were even rumors a couple months ago of him still having interest in us.

Got to love the world of recruiting.

Taspra on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:11pm #

Exactly Buckey_Baker. I believe both Chip Kelly and Brian Kelly are using the NFL to gain leverage for more $$$

Buckeyevstheworld on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:37pm #

If he does leave, I could see ND fans spinning this as the reason they got trucked by Bama.

"He was distracted"

"He knew he was leaving"

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

tennbuckeye19 on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:41pm #

I don't believe Kelly will be leaving South Bend, but if he does, who do you think Notre Dame goes after? Do you think they call Urban? Who else do you think they would call?

Buckeyevstheworld on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:45pm #

Sumlin
Bob Stoops
Chris Petersen

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

buckupnorth on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:45pm #

I don't know about anyone else, but I have no concern of Urban leaving anytime soon. He knows he's got a dynasty coming.

tennbuckeye19 on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:49pm #

I'm not concerned about Urban leaving, but I do think ND would reach out to him if Kelly left.

buckeye_baker on 10 Jan 2013 - 7:13am #

Agreed. I think they reach out, but he had multiple opportunities to take that job and hasn't. I don't see that changing.

"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying." -Woody Hayes

ellspar on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:47pm #

Kelly had one of his best teams, and got absolutely smoked. They benefitted from weak competition and luck (getting Stanford early, USC without barkley). Kellys stock Will never be higher than it is now. It's good to get out on top then next year, when they Will be brought down to earth again

EvanstonBuckeye on 9 Jan 2013 - 10:53pm #

Guys, he interviewed for the job. Not "is interested in", not "would listen to team officials", etc. This is a pretty serious escalation in events. We all kind of knew Chip Kelly would test the waters (and I think Oregon's recruiting class has suffered as a result), but Brian Kelly's move, the day after getting his ass handed to him, is interesting. Maybe the reason for his detached affect at halftime (along with the ass-kicking, of course)?

tennbuckeye19 on 9 Jan 2013 - 11:00pm #

This is interesting for sure, especially considering he said this before the NCG and his team getting completely destroyed:

Kelly denied having any interest in an NFL coaching job this past Saturday, claiming that leaving Notre Dame "is not an option. I don't even think about it."

"I think from my perspective I've got the best job in the country, NFL, college, high school, whatever," Kelly said Saturday. "I just look at the place that I'm at and thankful for the opportunity that I have."

XUBUCK on 9 Jan 2013 - 11:29pm #

Yeah I though his SOP was to leave before the bloodbath. See Cincy/FLA Sugar Bowl circa 2010.

The only honest statement I have heard come out of his mouth was the comment about having a chance to win if BAMA failed to come out in the second half.

BuckeyesMJ on 10 Jan 2013 - 1:34am #

They still would've lost 28-27

XUBUCK on 10 Jan 2013 - 1:19pm #

No doubt, he knew they would get slaughtered IMO. I think it is at least a two touch down win. Cincy had some quality players but not enough depth/speed/size to run with the Gators.

45OH4IO on 9 Jan 2013 - 11:10pm #

Money grab. Time for the boosters to pony up. When will a school call their coaches bluff?? When will a contract actually be worth the paper its written on?

DefendOhio on 9 Jan 2013 - 11:13pm #

I think it's too late and there isn't enough room for us to grab any ND recruits in the event of Kelly leaving. How much do you want to bet he is just going to get a contract raise at ND?

EvanstonBuckeye on 9 Jan 2013 - 11:19pm #

You very well may be right about it being a contract ploy. If he leaves in the next week, though, it's not too late for anything to happen to this recruiting class. That would be a major shakeup with some serious players, some just having committed, in play.

BuckNut51 on 10 Jan 2013 - 10:33am #

You don't say "no" to Jaylon Smith, you make room.

Buckeyevstheworld on 9 Jan 2013 - 11:34pm #

Brian Hamilton ‏@ChiTribHamilton

And just to be clear about this, #NotreDame fans: If you think Urban Meyer would leave Ohio State for ND now, seek professional help.

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

TheBadOwl on 9 Jan 2013 - 11:43pm #

I wouldn't cheer for Michigan if they were playing the Taliban.

andyb on 10 Jan 2013 - 9:09am #

are they really saying that???? WOW

highwire on 10 Jan 2013 - 1:55am #

I wouldn't put anything past Kelly...after the way he dicked Cincy, I wouldn't be surprised if he chose a career at Wendy's as opposed to seeing his team through.

highwire on 10 Jan 2013 - 1:55am #

PS. Wendy's kicks ass.

Buckeyevstheworld on 10 Jan 2013 - 1:57am #

Has a coach ever gotten a raise after getting embarrassed like that?

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

Buckeye_in_SEC_... on 10 Jan 2013 - 9:07am #

Going 12-0 in the regular season and the appearance of "re-establishing the program" will get him a raise if he wants it.

Hoody Wayes on 10 Jan 2013 - 9:44am #

Obviously, it's the successful college coach's "tactic du jour" to talk with the NFL, in hopes of getting a raise. But this is Notre Dame. That outfit is run by guys who would pull a coach aside after a game like the one on Mobday night and say, "Forty-two to fourteen?!!?" Their sense of urgency may have Briqn Kelly reading tea leaves and asking himself, "With this kind of pressure, why not go to the NFL, bag more cash, burn out and/or get launched in 3-to-5 - en route to a cushy T.V. gig?"

iloveu2chris on 10 Jan 2013 - 10:00am #

Would like to see him go just to pick through their recruiting class this year, however as most have pointed out this is just a money grabbing tactic.

gobucks96 on 10 Jan 2013 - 10:10am #

John Montelus and Jimmy Byrne need calls... Just sayin'

Rapping Bum on 10 Jan 2013 - 10:25am #

If Kelly leaves!!!!!,,,,, I'm still a domer S/O to my ND fans

— Jaylon Smith (@JaeeSmiff9ENT) January 10, 2013

Help is on the way.

Scarlet_Buckeye on 10 Jan 2013 - 10:45am #

SMH at the people who actually think Kelly is going to / might leave.

buckeye76BHop on 10 Jan 2013 - 10:58am #

I find it funny to see all this "speculation" over coaches interviewing for NFL teams (i.e. Both Kelly's interviewing after having successful seasons in CFB). It's a TOTALLY different ball game in the NFL...and it's too late in the recruiting cycle to grab Wilson and especially Jaylon Smith. It's not happening and both Kelly's will be in CFB next year...guaranteed cash money statement...bc both are doing interviews to get large extensions as well as this $$$$$$$$

"There's nothing that cleanses your soul like getting the hell kicked out of you."
"I love football. I think it is most wonderful game in world and I despise to lose."
Woody Hayes 1913 - 1987

btalbert25 on 10 Jan 2013 - 10:54am #

I just don't see why people think it's so absurd that Kelly will leave. He's never shown loyalty to any program he's ever coached at. I understand it's Notre Dame, but why should we expect that to change now?

buckeye76BHop on 10 Jan 2013 - 11:02am #

He very well could move up....BK has done it every time he's gained success at his current job (Grand Valley ST, Cincy, and now ND). I just don't think that's what he's going for. Chip Kelly's going to get a nice extension as well as compensated well for those years. Look for Brian Kelly to do the same thing....I could be wrong....hence..."speculation."

"There's nothing that cleanses your soul like getting the hell kicked out of you."
"I love football. I think it is most wonderful game in world and I despise to lose."
Woody Hayes 1913 - 1987

btalbert25 on 10 Jan 2013 - 11:11am #

I don't necessarily believe Chip Kelly only interviewed to get money from Oregon. I mean last year he did agree to a job with Tampa, even if it was just for a day. He could of had legit interest in the Cleveland job, but when they met he decided it wasn't for him. He may have also found out or been told by his AD that impending sanctions won't be so bad. Of course we all know full well what happens when an AD tells a coach the sanctions won't be so bad lol. Bottom line is, I think Chip Kelly has real interest in the NFL. I also think Brian Kelly is an absolute egomaniac who cares only about Brian Kelly.

buckeye76BHop on 10 Jan 2013 - 1:08pm #

It's going to be about the ole mighty $$$ now for Brian Kelly and Chip. However, either one of these guys could end up in the NFL. Just not this year....their present employers will be forced to go deep into the pocket books bc of their NFL interviews and performance by their perspective teams in order to keep them there. If you're worth it...then they're going to have to pay them more. Chip is going to readjust his contract...here's the link for USAToday. That's a quote from the article...

"After triggering an automatic contract extension of his contact with a victory in the Fiesta Bowl last week, he has six years left on the deal."

You can guarantee he received more money for staying or incentives at the least. Not trying to over state my opinion or what not. Just saying....this is all about $$ bro...it always is.

"There's nothing that cleanses your soul like getting the hell kicked out of you."
"I love football. I think it is most wonderful game in world and I despise to lose."
Woody Hayes 1913 - 1987

btalbert25 on 10 Jan 2013 - 1:14pm #

Not saying it isn't about money, but that doesn't mean he isn't leaving. We've seen recently where high profile college coaches have left for NFL and all it has to offer. Pete Caroll was facing sanctions sure, but he wasn't getting a show cause, he could of coached ANY college program he wanted and been paid for it. Jim Harbaugh is the same way. The man could of had any college job he wanted. Greg Schiano was offered great college positions and turned them down. So, I think the fact that he met with the Eagles, there is mutual interest, and they'll talk more when he gets home is more than simply trying to leverage a huge raise out of Notre Dame. Especially, when this guy has flown the coupe every time he was offered a better job. The question is, if you are the Eagles, are you really convinced he's that great????

I'm not saying he's leaving, but I won't be 1 bit surprised if he does.

buckeye76BHop on 12 Jan 2013 - 10:02pm #

"There's nothing that cleanses your soul like getting the hell kicked out of you."
"I love football. I think it is most wonderful game in world and I despise to lose."
Woody Hayes 1913 - 1987

buckeye76BHop on 12 Jan 2013 - 7:14pm #

http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/independents/2013/01/12/brian...

I encourage you to read this...it's always about money (there's nothing in that article per say that says he stayed for money but lets be honest with each other....it's always about money). Both stayed...mysteriously after interviewing in the NFL....hmmmm...??? They'll both will end up there yes...but these two systematically did this my friend. It's a business...bottom line. They'll both get hansomly paid for staying...Chip already was before interviewing for some NFL HC jobs. Not trying to be overt with my opinion...just showing that this time around...these guys wanted more $$$$.

"There's nothing that cleanses your soul like getting the hell kicked out of you."
"I love football. I think it is most wonderful game in world and I despise to lose."
Woody Hayes 1913 - 1987

Hetuck21 on 10 Jan 2013 - 11:13am #

I am just glad he is not interviewing for the Browns opening......He is not going to end up in the NFL. Hell, he was one game away from sainthood this year there is no need to leave now. Even if he does, time is running out for those committed players to go elsewhere without classes getting full at other schools.

bucknut8 on 10 Jan 2013 - 11:14am #

Could you only imagine a finish to this class:
Jaylon Smith (OLB)
Vonn Bell (S)
Hunter Bivin (T)
Dontre Wilson (ATH)

IF Kelly were to leave, AND IF Smith & Bivin were wanting to look around?

That would easily be the #1 class. 2 are current targets and 2 were very high on our boards and high on OSU before, so IF Kelly were to leave, its not off the table yet.

I can dream of something that could actually happen, right??

#Buckeyes

Buckeye_in_SEC_... on 10 Jan 2013 - 11:21am #

Where is all of this talk about Urban to ND if Kelly leaves? I know he coached there earlier in his career, but I can't see him leaving OSU for ND. Especially with Braxton, Barrett, and the defense he has coming in.

btalbert25 on 10 Jan 2013 - 12:42pm #

Notre Dame fans are hilarious. If he were still at Florida or something I could maybe see it, or it this was when he was in his off year yeah that makes sense. Those aren't the situations though. He's got one of the best players in America for 2 more years, he has recruiting rolling, and he ain't going anywhere.

I've never really believed him when he talked about if it weren't Ohio State who came calling he wouldn't be coaching, or Ohio State was his dream job and other stuff he's said. He's content here though, he's got a good thing going, and he's not going to walk away from that.

buckeye76BHop on 10 Jan 2013 - 12:58pm #

Never.going.to.happen. Urban is going to retire after his stint at OSU...no NFL and especially no ND.

"There's nothing that cleanses your soul like getting the hell kicked out of you."
"I love football. I think it is most wonderful game in world and I despise to lose."
Woody Hayes 1913 - 1987

Dougger on 10 Jan 2013 - 2:09pm #

oh my god!!!

brian kelly and chip kelly have the same last name!!!

I like football

joshhersh on 12 Jan 2013 - 7:13pm #

Just saw where Brian Kelly is staying at Notre Dumb. I suppose this is good for College Football..

rdubs on 12 Jan 2013 - 7:16pm #

Thank you for commenting on this one instead of creating a new forum for it!!

Buckeyevstheworld on 12 Jan 2013 - 7:26pm #

And by good you mean horrible, right?

Notre Dame fans are just as cocky after getting destroyed by Bama. How is that even possible.

"YOLO" = I'm about to do something extremely ignorant/stupid & I need an excuse to do it.

jestertcf on 12 Jan 2013 - 7:18pm #

What I think of Brian Kelly

~Because we couldn't go for three~

Joe4 on 12 Jan 2013 - 7:59pm #

Man, are the Eagles really that pathetic?? No one will take their money!

kareemabduljacobb on 12 Jan 2013 - 9:50pm #

"This decision was motivated purely by my love for Notre Dame and the entire Fighting Irish community, the young men I have the great fortune to coach, and my desire to continue to build the best football program in the country." -- Doubtful Brian.