Story About Jeff Brohm and the Possibility of Coming To UK

[Chuckinden]

First time I had seen anything in print about Brohm and UK from a national standpoint.

http://www.cbssports.com/collegefoo...-primed-to-be-the-next-top-coaching-candidate

The most logical place for Brohm to wind up would be right down the road in Lexington. Kentucky coach Mark Stoops struggled again in 2015 to another 5-7 season and people are beginning to speculate whether or not things will pan out for Bob's brother. His starting quarterback from the last two seasons, Patrick Towles, had enough of it and decided to transfer to Boston College. If the kingdom is crumbling, Brohm could take the reins and run with it.

 

[JPFisher]

I don't like the phrasing used with Towles at all. However, it's not like anyone from national media is going to take any time to do too much research on the jock straps of teams besides Bama, OSU, ND, FSU, etc, so I really can't be too incredibly upset. Overall, a decent write up.

 

[UKCatNnc]

Brandon Wise is a staff writer for CBS Sports. He should probably be a "staph" writer. Go Cats!!

 

[How Blue Can You Get?]

Im still hopeful for stoops, but one poitive if he fails...he would be leaving a pretty solid foundation as far as the roster is concerned...the kind of roster an up and comer like brohm could very well take advantage of. I know some players could jump ship, but as long as a good coach is brought in, most would not...but it is not time to talk about such things...its time for stoops to start winning!

 

[sluggercatfan]

Im still hopeful for stoops, but one poitive if he fails...he would be leaving a pretty solid foundation as far as the roster is concerned...the kind of roster an up and comer like brohm could very well take advantage of. I know some players could jump ship, but as long as a good coach is brought in, most would not...but it is not time to talk about such things...its time for stoops to start winning!

On very good authority he would take the job...had a post on here about this several months ago

 

[Beatle Bum]

Did not read the article, because there is no possibility of Brohm coming to UK any time soon. Would like to know what prompted this? Maybe Jurich? Lol

 

[Beatle Bum]

Sorry I read that trash. Wow. Brohm could continue to recruit exactly as he has for WKU? This was a combo hit piece on Stoops and genital massage for Brohm.

One has to ask why Jeff's name was mentioned with no jobs this past year.

Regardless, this article was sophomoric.

 

[trumpetcat]

No way this happens. He's a Cardinal. He'd never do that unless for sabotage???

 

[Bluetick2100]

No way this happens. He's a Cardinal. He'd never do that unless for sabotage???

Thought the same thing about Rick Penis tino but he did.

 

[akaukswoosh]

If nothing else stories like that help keep Stoops' feet to the fire.

 

[Poetax]

Didn't he just get a 4 year extension with a salary of $800000?

 

[Glenn Fohr]

Yes but if we want him by 2017 we can afford him. I like Stoops but getting Brohm here would be huge. I think he would totally wrap up recruiting in Louisville and the state.

 

[Poetax]

Yes but if we want him by 2017 we can afford him. I like Stoops but getting Brohm here would be huge. I think he would totally wrap up recruiting in Louisville and the state.

Like someone said, would he want this job and if the ul job ever came up later does he take off for that?

 

[realism]

Jeff Brohm does not have an agent. So, he doesn't have anybody out there trying to place him into other jobs. Plus, he went very public about the fact that he didn't even want to discuss another job or any other schools until after his team had played its Bowl game. Pretty classy move in a world of sometimes shady characters. By that time, most of the positions had been filled, or, at least narrowed down to a few choices.

Hopefully Stoops is here for the long haul. But, if that day ever comes, I think Brohm would be an awesome choice. I'm sure he has his eye on the UK or UL job, whichever opens up first. Unless, a big timer came calling. I don't see him leaving WKU just for the sake of leaving.

 

[WildCard]

I was surprised Brohm's name was not brought up more often during this year's coaching carousel. WKU faces something of a rebuilding year in 2016 and if they do well he will likely be one of the hottest names for the 2016 end of season coaching carousel. In speculating about Brohm to UK what the writer omits is, barring a Hindenburg type catastrophe next year, Stoops' buy out consideration keep him at UK for at least 2 more years.

Peace

 

[vhcat70]

Yes but if we want him by 2017 we can afford him. I like Stoops but getting Brohm here would be huge. I think he would totally wrap up recruiting in Louisville and the state.

Whether anyone wants him or anyone else besides Stoops for 2017 is immaterial. No change will happen till 2018 earliest. Get over it.

 

[CHAMPCAT11]

No way this happens. He's a Cardinal. He'd never do that unless for sabotage???

....... signed Rick Pitino

 

[3kidsandme]

Barnhart is committed to Stoops for as long as he wants to be here. Yea if we have two more 3 and 4 win seasons he could go. But that is not happening.

 

[CHAMPCAT11]

Whether anyone wants him or anyone else besides Stoops for 2017 is immaterial. No change will happen till 2018 earliest. Get over it.

I agree with you but it should never have ended up that way. If Stoops has a bad year again next year he should be fired. No reason he should have gotten the extension and huge buyout. I hope he wins every game we play next year and nobody even scores on us but another losing season is not acceptable. He'll be in year number 4. I don't expect a miracle but he HAS to do better than 5-7.

 

[Mr Schwump]

If nothing else stories like that help keep Stoops' feet to the fire.

The people with the fuzzy balls pay no attention to this tripe.

 

[Beatle Bum]

Yes but if we want him by 2017 we can afford him. I like Stoops but getting Brohm here would be huge. I think he would totally wrap up recruiting in Louisville and the state.

Not sure he would be better than Stoops at in-state recruiting. Also not sure he could match Stoops at out-of-state recruiting.

 

[Beatle Bum]

Jeff Brohm does not have an agent. So, he doesn't have anybody out there trying to place him into other jobs. Plus, he went very public about the fact that he didn't even want to discuss another job or any other schools until after his team had played its Bowl game. Pretty classy move in a world of sometimes shady characters. By that time, most of the positions had been filled, or, at least narrowed down to a few choices.

Hopefully Stoops is here for the long haul. But, if that day ever comes, I think Brohm would be an awesome choice. I'm sure he has his eye on the UK or UL job, whichever opens up first. Unless, a big timer came calling. I don't see him leaving WKU just for the sake of leaving.

None of that would stop schools from inquiring or having his name put into circulation as a possible replacement. Yet, I don't recall his name being mentioned once.

 

[theoledog]

I'll only say that if Stoops doesn't work out..... Count me in with the crowd who'd think it'd be Bat Crap Crazy to let Mitch Barnhart hire another coach.....

 

[Your worst nightmare]

d

I'll only say that if Stoops doesn't work out..... .

Define "doesn't work out".

 

[KapitalCat]

Stoops has assembled a great staff. Best in my memory. Unless next year is a total cluster, (2-10 ish) then he will get a 5th year. It's possible we could go 5-7 and actually play better and have a better football team. However, I'm as confident as ever we will somehow squeeze out a 6th win in 2016.

 

[SanAntonioCat_rivals376502]

First time I had seen anything in print about Brohm and UK from a national standpoint.

http://www.cbssports.com/collegefoo...-primed-to-be-the-next-top-coaching-candidate

The most logical place for Brohm to wind up would be right down the road in Lexington. Kentucky coach Mark Stoops struggled again in 2015 to another 5-7 season and people are beginning to speculate whether or not things will pan out for Bob's brother. His starting quarterback from the last two seasons, Patrick Towles, had enough of it and decided to transfer to Boston College. If the kingdom is crumbling, Brohm could take the reins and run with it.

Insightful commentary designed to stir emotions and boost ratings. Nothing more, nothing less.

 

[vhcat70]

I agree with you but it should never have ended up that way. If Stoops has a bad year again next year he should be fired. No reason he should have gotten the extension and huge buyout. I hope he wins every game we play next year and nobody even scores on us but another losing season is not acceptable. He'll be in year number 4. I don't expect a miracle but he HAS to do better than 5-7.

Sorry, but this "he has to get it done to my satisfaction in 3-4 years or he's out & we start over from scratch" mentality has to cease or the same story will be repeated in another 3 years. It's beyond getting old, it is old.

 

[gobigblue812_rivals29381]

That article is from December of last year.

 

[gobigblue812_rivals29381]

Wow, I just read it. This article sounds like a Jody Demling piece...

 

[SanAntonioCat_rivals376502]

Sorry, but this "he has to get it done to my satisfaction in 3-4 years or he's out & we start over from scratch" mentality has to cease or the same story will be repeated in another 3 years. It's beyond getting old, it is old.

Instant gratification does not work anywhere except the media who tells us we need it now to boost their ratings and audience share.

 

[CHAMPCAT11]

Sorry, but this "he has to get it done to my satisfaction in 3-4 years or he's out & we start over from scratch" mentality has to cease or the same story will be repeated in another 3 years. It's beyond getting old, it is old.

I didn't say 3-4 years. I said a losing record 'after' 4 years won't cut it. I also said I hoped he would succeed. I just said the extension / buyout was a bad move and a LOSING RECORD would be a killer and he should go. He's pretty much guaranteed a 5th year so you won't have to worry regardless. Hopefully he does well and the future is bright.

 

[theoledog]

d

Define "doesn't work out".

If we're looking for a coach before his contract is up 2020... He's got two years for certain... 2018-2020 is critical for UK...

I see where you're going with your question.... Because if 50K show up to watch a Mark Stoops team to its 4-5th consecutive 5-6 season then some (UK Athletics Department) might consider this successful... ... Stoops could be considered successful if measured against Bill Curry's record and Coach Curry was here for seven seasons (never had a winning record)... But I'm not in either crowd...

So... "doesn't work out" is subjective. Up to this point only Rich Brooks could be seen as a successful hire by MB... And in his case it was UK who, didn't work out.... and he walked. Admittedly, I'm not a big fan of MB but hope it works out (works out? what does that mean?) for the guy... He's a good man and has kept UK clean... rha rha go Mitch!

Stoops needs to produce .500+ football post the 2016 regular season... that's my opinion....

 

[ukalumni00]

Stoops has two years now matter what. If he wins at least 6-7 games either or both seasons there is no way Mitch will let him go. Mitch has put all of his and UK's chips on the table with Stoops and any hint of mediocrity/ success on the field will give him enough ammunition to help validate the hire in his mind.

 

[sluggercatfan]

Stoops has two years now matter what. If he wins at least 6-7 games either or both seasons there is no way Mitch will let him go. Mitch has put all of his and UK's chips on the table with Stoops and any hint of mediocrity/ success on the field will give him enough ammunition to help validate the hire in his mind.

I think next season is critical for Mark Stoops to win because even though he has a guaranteed contract you have to start thinking about a long term situation because of recruiting and him not becoming a lame duck coach... Sometimes it is better to cut your losses and go in a different direction

 

[Mojocat_rivals48469]

Completely separate and apart from Brohm and Stoops and whether it's a good idea or not........that was a really inexperienced writing effort. One sentence in particular -- "If Kentucky is serious about getting its program back on the map, it needs to go out and throw as much money as needed at Brohm." -- sounds like something off a message board. I looked up Brandon Wise - not too long out of school, a "clerk" at the Miami Herald until about 15 months ago......In short, the piece sounds like it was written by a kid without any experience because it was written by a kid without any experience. That's the thing about "new media" - it's good that only a small cadre of national and local newspaper sportswriters are able to control the conversation, like was the case for decades; the bad news is any Tom Dick or Harry can get a national voice, if the circumstances fall into place....

 

[semowildcatfan]

Disappointment over finishing short of a bowl game the last two years not withstanding, Stoops has done a fantastic job. Recruiting has been the best in the history of the program and he has gotten the facilities and game day experience, that Rich Brooks couldn't, that ultimately led to his retirement.

Stoops made it clear at his hiring that it would take more than three years to take a bottom feeder SEC program to a competitive level. At the least we are on if not ahead of schedule. The writers comments implying Stoops is on the hot seat demonstrates a tremendous lack of knowledge about the state of the program.

Further,Brohm has had the benefit of Petrino's system and most importantly his star QB. He has a lot to prove now that the QB has exhausted eligibility, before anyone anoints him as the next great coach. As aWKU grad, I respect what he has done and wish him continued success at WKU. However, he is not yet proven himself for people to link him to UK. Furthermore, if he is able to continue success at WKU, he would be the heir apparent to Petrino at UL.

 

[UKWinsAgainYep]

Mitch is much too stupid to ever hire a coach as good a Brohm. Brohm is way out of Mitch's league. Mitch allowed this football program to be what it's become.....A laughing-stock around the nation.

If I were Brohm, I'd never want to coach under an AD as dumb as Mitch Barnhart. That's the truth.

 

[DSmith21]

I wouldn't say that it could never happen but the Brohm's have major UL ties. Jeff and his two brothers were all very good players at UL. His father also played at UL. Of course Jurrich, allowed Kragthorpe to scapegoat Jeff and fire him for lack of offensive production. Jurrich then went on to let his brother go too. Greg was working for the UL athletic department at the same time. So there could be some hard feelings.

 

[Your worst nightmare]

I think Brohm and WKU will have another good year here. WKU is loaded at running back and wide receiver. The entire O line is back. Just that alone is going to take lots of pressure off the next QB. D is a question but has gotten better every year and even through each season.

Brohm might be thinking of going from WKU to a elite program without doing the stop at a lower P5 conference member. So Illinois ,Wake Forrest and Kansas are out and he's looking more to stay at WKU two or even three more years and leapfrog to say a Auburn/Baylor/Iowa type of job.

 

[NoDef]

Barnhart is committed to Stoops for as long as he wants to be here. Yea if we have two more 3 and 4 win seasons he could go. But that is not happening.

Barnhart and Stoops leave together if it doesn't work out. No way that Barnhart survives a bad basketball hire and two bad football hires.