Texas A&M Fires Football Coach Jimbo Fisher; Pays $75 Million Contract
In a surprising move, Texas A&M University has decided to part ways with their football coach, Jimbo Fisher, and will pay him a staggering $75 million in termination fees. Multiple reports have confirmed that Fisher’s firing was expected and an official announcement is imminent.
Despite the Aggies recently becoming bowl-eligible with an impressive victory over Mississippi State, the decision to let Fisher go comes as a disappointment to many administrators and alumni who had high hopes for the football program. Fisher was recruited from Florida State University in 2017 with the promise of contending for College Football Playoff championships. However, since his arrival at Texas A&M, the team’s performance has not lived up to expectations.
Fisher’s first contract, worth $75 million over 10 years, was replaced just a few months ago with a new fully guaranteed deal valued at nearly $95 million. This elevated contract raised the stakes even higher, increasing the pressure on Fisher to deliver the desired results.
Reports indicate that the Texas A&M University Board of Regents met on Thursday to discuss Fisher’s future, with the decision to terminate his contract being one of the main topics of conversation. The cost of buying out Fisher’s contract is expected to surpass the total amount paid to coaches who were fired by 15 different schools last year, standing at a hefty sum.
Prior to joining Texas A&M, Fisher enjoyed a successful tenure at Florida State University, where he spent eight seasons as head coach. During his time there, he achieved an impressive record of 83-23, including a BCS championship win in 2013. His departure from Florida State was met with mixed emotions, as he left behind a legacy of success.
As for the Aggies, they have two remaining regular-season games on their schedule. The team will face Abilene Christian on Saturday and play their final game of the season against LSU on November 25th.
The decision to part ways with Fisher reflects the university’s commitment to achieving excellence in their football program. Despite the disappointment surrounding his tenure, Texas A&M remains optimistic about the future and will soon begin the search for a new head coach who can lead the team to greater success.
