Boston College Hires Steve Addazio
After a few miserable seasons, the Boston College Eagles need to go in a new direction. With many options, the Eagles nabbed Steve Addazio from Temple. Other rumored candidates for the job included Notre Dame defensive coordinator Bob Diaco, Ball State coach Pete Lembo and New Orleans Saints offensive line coach Aaron Kromer. Notably, none of those candidates had head coaching experience. Addazio certainly had the edge there. Addazio has done fine for Temple, leading them to a 13-11 record in two seasons.
A few interesting tidbits about the move. First, Syracuse will be joining the ACC next year. Addazio’s son, Louie, is a tight end for Syracuse. Apparently, Addazio likes facing Syracuse and his son. He also had this to say after the Syracuse-Temple game this year:
“Obviously, I’m rooting for them in a bowl game,” he said. “Syracuse has got a special place in my heart. Aside from Friday, I’m certainly cheering for them.”
Second, after dismissing Frank Spaziani, one would think that Boston College would find an Irish-American coach. Instead, they hire a guy named Addazio? Sin é an corr.
Still, this seems like a good hire. A guy with Northeast recruiting ties and SEC coaching experience. A good fit.
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