Swinney Surges From Real Estate to Clemson Head Coach
Former Clemson coach in crisis and real estate detour credits bold risk taking. An Alabama connection and Rich Wingo offered a surprising career pivot that proved pivotal as Swinney built a powerhouse program and eyes a College Football Playoff spot.
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Clemson's Swinney set for big postseason bonus haul
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney stands to add up to nearly $1 million in postseason bonuses if Clemson wins the ACC title and advances to the College Football Playoff. The earnings come from ACC title, CFP semifinals and potential championships, plus base salary and licensing deals. Swinney previously signed a extension through 2021 and would owe Clemson $5 million if he leaves before 2017.
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Tar Heels ride long road to ACC title game
North Carolina after a rough era has surged to an 11-1 record, 8-0 in the ACC, facing No. 1 Clemson in Chapel Hill for the conference title. Coach Larry Fedora reshaped offense and defense amid NCAA sanctions and a turbulent decade, with leadership from Gene Chizik and strong senior Marquise Williams.
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McIlwain weighs options after Spurrier era ends
Newtown Pa. four star quarterback Brandon McIlwain remains committed to South Carolina but his mother Lena McIlwain says uncertainty from Steve Spurrier's departure could lead him to consider other options. USC given a coaching search continues with in home visits from G A Mangus and Ricky Rahne as baseball scouts attend and McIlwain plans to play both sports at USC if possible.
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