<p>That’s true, I do think Shannon may be a little bit too attached to Harris, but I think he was trying to be impartial about it, especially given that he started Morris today when Jacory was obviously fit to play (since he finished the game). But you’re probably right.</p>
<p>As far as the contract is concerned, I was wondering the same thing. According to one of my friends, they have to pay him the remainder of the money in the contract - so 3 years remaining, times the estimated 1.5 million Shannon is paid annually, is 4.5 million dollars. Plus the money needed to search for a new coach (and a new coaching staff entirely, it seems).</p>
<p>I’m really surprised. I know all the fans (and even some of the students and alumni) were calling for his head, but I just never thought it would actually happen.</p>
<p>What really interests me is the interim head coach. I was expecting them to at least let Shannon finish the season, but instead they’ve apparently appointed Jeff Stoutland, the offensive line coach, as the interim head coach (for our bowl game!) I wonder how long Shannon has to clean out his office…</p>