Oregon football coach Dan Lanning is emphatically denying rumors that he may leave the Ducks for the head-coaching position at Texas A&M, as reported by local media. This comes after Texas A&M parted ways with Jimbo Fisher, owing him more than $75 million in the process.
At just 37 years old, Lanning has achieved a remarkable 19-4 record at Oregon, including an impressive 9-1 start to this year’s season. His commitment to the Ducks is further solidified by a $20 million buyout clause in his contract.
Addressing the speculation, Lanning made it clear: “There’s zero chance I would be coaching somewhere else. I have unfinished business at Oregon.” He expressed his determination to accomplish great things with the team and emphasized his priority of excellence at Oregon.
But why was Lanning even in consideration for the Texas A&M position? With his successful coaching stints at Georgia and Alabama, as well as his reputation as one of the top coaches and recruiters in the nation, it’s no surprise that he’s being linked to coveted coaching roles. However, speculation around Lanning’s potential move was largely unfounded, especially considering his recent contract extension and Oregon’s newly acquired Big Ten invitation.
While it’s widely assumed that Lanning will eventually become a head coach in the SEC due to his track record and coaching prowess, Texas A&M doesn’t appear to be the right fit for him. Lanning’s commitment to Oregon, coupled with the program’s resources and potential, underlines his determination to build something special with the Ducks.
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