GoBlue13

Mon, Jan 10, 2011 : 9:18 p.m.

I have two dogs, Maize and Blue. I'm getting a third in a couple weeks, it better be Miles and not Brady! LOL

Joe

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 10:06 p.m.

Dang 1st down....you sure did hit it on the head!!! LOL

azwolverine

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 9:38 p.m.

portage, You're right. History is history and it's time for all UM fans to band together in support of the new coach, whoever it may be.

1st Down

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 9:38 p.m.

John Madden?

Joe

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 8:17 p.m.

I don't know who will be hired, but, I DO know (thankfully) who it WON'T be....care to guess?? LOL

PortageLkBlu

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 7:25 p.m.

@Jaxon5, we didn't embrace the losing program we embraced the coach that coached to a losing record and then was fired. If anyone remembers I was not upset about the win loss situation because I believed all along that he, RR needed at least 4 yrs., it was looking more like 5 yrs but some of us believed all along and I still do that given 5 years our team would have been very competitive for sure in the big ten which come to find out in the bowls is not a very competitive division at this time. At any rate it's spilt milk as in History and now we have to band together and get back to Mich. football and a winning tradition.

D21

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 7 p.m.

I am OK with Miles if Brandon makes Les the field director (with his deep expertise with grass) and Hoke as Head Coach. Hoke Is It (Coke Is It)

Jaxon5

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 2:57 p.m.

I don't understand how tater and others embraced with open arms the losing Michigan program over the last three years. Everyone - The Dark Ages of Michigan football are over! The feeling of hopelessless has lifted. The Wolverines shall be champions again.

Jim Peters

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 11:24 a.m.

I noticed by your article that you really haven't talked to Les Miles. You may want to talke to him before writing an article that indicates he's not interested. Instead of talking to someone who is interested in keeping him at LSU. Also, do you really think that Dave Brandon, who played with Les Miles under Bo, hasn't talked to him?

missionbrazil

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 8:04 a.m.

tater "I don't really think Brandon is a good fit for the University of Michigan. In politics, and in CEO jobs like Domino's, dishonesty is an asset." Talking about dishonesty, dishonesty is doing what you are doing... trying to make the man who fired the man you have a man-crush on look bad by slinging all kinds of false accusations. Try to man up tater and be honest and just tell the truth... try saying "I am mad at DB because he fired my man-crush friend RR, and I am going to try to make him look bad." That would be much more honest.

BlueGator

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 4:13 a.m.

I presume DB will talk with several candidates before making a decision. Miles may not even be the first that Dave has already spoken with, nor may he be the last. Miles has a lot of backers among vocal former U-M players, as was noted in several news articles; but so does Hoke. I would presume DB will "speak" with both in some fashion somewhere along the line, if only to satisfy former players that their wishes were listened to. I'm not a big Les Miles fan, but I'd support him if he becomes DB's choice. He allegedly brings some baggage, but also an attitude and swagger that transfers to his team's play on the field. Almost like having an entire team of Taylor Lewans. (If Miles is indeed the guy, I sure wish he could bring some of those big, fast LSU RBs with him. That was a pretty impressive RB group on display in the Cotton Bowl.)

lawrencelaundry

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 3:51 a.m.

I could see Miles wanting to finish his.career.at Michigan. It would be the perfect ending for him to retire at his alma mater.

Enforcer

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 12:20 a.m.

This video pretty much says it all http://www.wwltv.com/video?id=113142724&sec=554827

azwolverine

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : 12:17 a.m.

If only Les had come three years ago, we wouldn't be in the state we're in today. Oh well, better late than never. It will just make it that much sweeter when we do climb back to the top...

Enforcer

Sun, Jan 9, 2011 : midnight

Les is coming. Here is my understanding of what is happening. Brandon spoke with Miles (agent/rep), and basically said (IMO)he will not officially request an interview unless Les says that he will come if the job is offered. Les indicates that he will come to Michigan, and the details of his salary, buyout are worked out before the interview. By then, they already have an 'understanding' and that the interview is just a formality. Les will be announced as Michigan's coach by Monday.

riverraisin

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 11:51 p.m.

Tater now finds himself on the outside looking in. Since he aligned himself with a failure of a coach who is now unemployed, his only alternative is to lash out at the man that made the decision. So, Tater attempts to sling mud at Brandon, hoping something will stick. Prediction....watch when a new coach is hired. He and his cohorts will attempt to do the same to him. As our team struggles through their first season trying to clean up the mess that RR has made, Tater and his posse will continue their vitriol. But not to worry, when our Wolverines start beating top tier teams, the naysayers will fade away.

RudeJude

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 11:46 p.m.

I'm curious how Dave Brandon has come off like an "arrogant reptile," as tater states. The man has kept his word and followed his plan through thus far. He made a tough decision to fire a coach who brought the program into trouble with the NCAA. During the press conference he spoke warmly and kindly of Rodriguez and represented the university with class. As far as I know, he intends to honor Rodriguez's generous $2.5 million buy-out agreement and is working hard to find his successor. Considering the difficult circumstances, Dave Brandon has done a fine job. He has my full support and I hope the full support of the other True Blue. I trust he'll find a coach, prominent or unsung, to lead Michigan out of this mess into a victorious future. Go Blue

Joseph

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 11:41 p.m.

Tater's sour grapes unfortunately are shared by most of the RR supporters. It is interesting to first see the tactic of supporting such a losing effort so vigorously, only to evolve to insults and unfounded attacks against an AD that has accomplished more in the last 10 months than Bill Martin in several years.

azwolverine

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 11:34 p.m.

Tater, Brandon fired the single worst coach in UM history. That's called doing his job, get over it.

Joseph

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 11:33 p.m.

@JimB: Les' wife traveled with a Realtor in AA in Nov 2007. The house she selected was purchased by the university...it sat vacant for 18 months before it was sold. I doubt Les had another house in AA as UM would not had to buy this one for them previously.

BornInA2

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 11:17 p.m.

@tater: Sorry, dude but after three seasons of your unwavering support for our former coach and his circus of incompetence, I'm not inclined to buy your line on Brandon. He has, after all, done exactly what he said he'd do all season. From win/loss to integrity and accountability, RR was an all-round failure as the football coach at Michigan and he was therefore dismissed. Hopefully everyone, including RR, is now moving on to greener pastures free of losing seasons, NCAA violations, and 'prized' recruits who aren't admissable as students.

heartbreakM

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 11:15 p.m.

The "trolls" who constantly badger and insult the leaders of the athletic programs at Michigan are dividing the fanbase and making it difficult to succeed. LOL. Pot, meet kettle.

spartyisyourlilsister

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 11:05 p.m.

From the bleacher report. It appears that the investigations do not involve Les. "The main difference is that LSU is facing penalties for problems self-reported to the NCAA in 2009. The investigation centers on former assistant coach D.J. McCarthy and former player Akiem Hicks. Improper visits, phone calls, lodging and transportationare violations which have been cited. Miles wasnt implicated."

RobbiesBoyfriend

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 11 p.m.

Tater "Michigan" cannot contact miles without permission, but if michigan hires a head hunter (Which they have) and that head hunter works for an employment agency, they can do whatever they want and michigan is not in violation. Its these huge loopholes that make life so interesting.

misti3k

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 10:52 p.m.

@lawrence, what school doesn't oversign? Every school in the Big Ten as it's against their recruiting by-laws, and even if it is allowed it's a heinous practice that a "Michigan Man" should be above. On top of that, Miles has the NCAA snooping around at LSU and somehow I don't think that's a kind of attention Mr. Brandon wants at Michigan...again.

JimB

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 10:51 p.m.

Doesn't Les still have a house in Ann Arbor?

spartyisyourlilsister

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 10:33 p.m.

Yeah he's been contacted: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6003504

RobbiesBoyfriend

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 10:31 p.m.

What do you think Hoke thinks about all this? I mean hes just waiting for michigan to either sign someone else, or not sign someone and hell be the coach. Moreover what does Hokes current Boss think of this? gives them a ton of time to come up with some extra bucks from boosters and make a nice little counter offer.

evenyoubrutus

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 10:26 p.m.

Right. Because contacting the LSU athletic director beforehand made the process oh-so-easy last time, I'm sure they plan on following the same route now.

GoBlue13

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 10:10 p.m.

I have been in the Miles camp from day one, However I'm starting to warm up to Hoke. I'm afraid if Miles comes he will become complacent and "mail it in". Bottom line is Hoke has something to prove. Miles has already proved himself. As Always, GO BLUE!!

BillMK

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 10 p.m.

Les would be very interesting, and, for all of his vagarities, he flat out wins. But he would come with a LOT of baggage. My guess is that it will be Hoke, and that it will be done in a few days. As if any of us know!

bighouse22

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 9:49 p.m.

If you watched the Cotton Bowl last night, it is pretty clear to me that Miles would be perfect for Michigan. The defense was aggressive and they were not stuck into any one system on offense (ran power I and spread). They scored 28 pts in the 1st half against a team that allowed an ave of 20 pts/gm. He has won 11 games three straight years in the strongest conference in college football and has a national championship. I would take him all day long.

bighouse22

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 9:46 p.m.

I am paraphrasing: Joe Schad Tweeting that Michigan has communicated their interest to interview Les Miles. It is expected to happen according to sources.

Jake Church

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 9:29 p.m.

I'm alright with Les Miles, but I'm really starting to warm up to Brady Hoke. Let the guy that's trying to prove himself have a crack at it, he's hungry. We already tried the big name guy and it didn't work, not Quite the same scenario but whatever I'm all about Hoke proving himself.

Big12Ten

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 9:27 p.m.

Just watched the piece on oversigning. Here is a link in case you missed it: http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=5935634&categoryid=2564308

treetowncartel

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 9:25 p.m.

Jimmy Johsnon is our savior.

dtones520

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 9:24 p.m.

Clarklaker, I don't think that David Brandon wanted to put his potential new coach in an awkward situation like we did the last time around with Les Miles. Bill Martin botched that by letting it get out that Michigan wanted Les and I dont think Les liked the way it was handled before his biggest game as a coach. So, he let's his prospective coaches finish their season where they are with the guys they were with all season and then makes his hire. He doesn't put the coaches into incredibly bad spots with the media and his supporters before a national championship or the biggest game in your schools history (Stanford). He's keeping it all close to the vest because of his predecessor Bill Martin botched things so bad last time around.

lawrencelaundry

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 9 p.m.

I could see Miles wanting to finish his.career.at Michigan. It would be the perfect ending for him to retire at his alma mater.

Blu-dogg97

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 8:53 p.m.

AZWOLVE: I agree all the way.. What Michigan needs is a new Carr with Les Miles!! Just Saying.. GO BLUE..

I love Michigan Football

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 8:48 p.m.

Just because the AD hasn't been contacted YET, doesn't mean he won't be within the next day or so..... Also, Michigan would contact Les' agent first, not him. http://www.wwltv.com/video/featured-videos/Miles-mum-on-future-at-LSU-113142724.html

Mike

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 8:40 p.m.

http://deadspin.com/5728647/les-miles+to... hey and thats why dead spin caught this uofm plane at baton rouge. heres the link and proof.

Just Blue

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 8:35 p.m.

Would you rather have Les Miles leading the Wolverines into Columbus or Brady Hoke? I guess that's why a plane is waiting now in Baton Rouge.

azwolverine

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 8:17 p.m.

clark, So far, nothing is a bigger mess than the last hire. We should know by early next week whether it's Miles or Hoke, both of whom will be a great fit for our program. Either one will coach up the talent on hand and prepare it for competing game in and game out in the B10. Have patience, all is not lost by a long shot. UM is in good hands.

lawrencelaundry

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 7:58 p.m.

I just can't believe michigan has not contacted him yet while recruiting is tanking.

clarklaker

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 7:56 p.m.

Why didnt DB fire RR after the ohio state game? This is becoming a bigger mess than the last coaching hire.I just hope and pray they get the right coach this time.

lawrencelaundry

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 7:56 p.m.

Misti what school doesn't oversign. Ill take les tomorrow if he comes. He plays in the toughest conference and wins all the time. Come home Les.

A2D2

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 7:33 p.m.

Probably means nothing, but the lights were all on at the athletic department offices tonight at 7:15 when I drove by.. It was also very crowded, but that's the hockey game crowd.

XTR

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 7:14 p.m.

If Miles is indeed a candidate, this will be quick, UM will not directly talk to Miles, UM will use a third party and if Miles is interested, then that is the only when UM ask permission to talk to Miles. This will be quick, if Miles is interested, he will be the coach, if not, then UM will turn to Brady Hoke. Before next weekend, there will be a coach in place.

misti3k

Sat, Jan 8, 2011 : 6:54 p.m.

Please stay put, Mr. Miles. Michigan needs no part of your practice of oversigning and last-minute cutting. Besides, the field at Michigan Stadium has no grass for you to eat. Stay in the SEC with the rest of the sleazes where they don't mind screwing with the lives of young men. The fact that the NCAA considers this practice acceptable is a disgrace.