Since dismissing former head coach Will Muschamp, the University of Florida has been on the hunt for a new coach to lead their football program. Today, the Gators announced their decision: Colorado State head coach Jim McElwain.
BREAKING: Jim McElwain agrees to become Florida Head Coach. He coached at Colorado St. for 3 seasons. (via @ClowESPN) pic.twitter.com/p2UznbH7qG
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) December 4, 2014
McElwain coached the Rams for three seasons, improving their record every year. In 2014, he led the team to a 10-2 finish. In the past, McElwain served as a quarterbacks coach for the Oakland Raiders and won two national championships with the Alabama Crimson Tide while serving as their quarterbacks coach and offensive coordinator.
