In a surprising move, the University of Nebraska fired head football coach Bo Pelini on Sunday morning, one day after he led the Cornhuskers to their ninth victory of the season. His players were less than pleased, and let the world know via social media.
Athletic director Shawn Eichorst was the one who pulled the trigger and he sent out the following e-mail to players notifying them of the decision:
A lot to take in with one email. pic.twitter.com/hQ6KYUA4Qk
— Jack Gangwish (@jackgangwish) November 30, 2014
Here are some of the player reactions (via Deadspin and SB Nation):
Offensive lineman Matthew Finnin:
Stupidest goddamn decision I've ever seen, heard, or been a part of. — Matthew Finnin (@StepDaddyFinnin) November 30, 2014
Quarterback Tommy Armstrong, Jr.:
Biggest mistake you ever made.... Bo was the best coach I've ever had and I'll always appreciate the things you taught me.
— Tommy Armstrong Jr. (@Tommy_Gun4) November 30, 2014
Offensive lineman Cole Pensick:
Name one person who wants to come into this type of environment. Great choice Nebraska — Cole Pensick (@CPensick62) November 30, 2014
Punter Sam Foltz:
Most wins by any coach in the last seven years in college football... What just happened man
— Sam Foltz (@samfoltz27) November 30, 2014
Defensive tackle Vincent Valentine, Jr.:
I don't see how this decision will help the program. If anything, it'll make it worst honestly. — Vincent Valentine Jr (@TheRealVRVJ) November 30, 2014
Offensive lineman Samuel Hahn:
So the fate of our program lies in the hands of a man who is only here until the Wisconsin AD job opens up. This should turn out well
— Samuel Hahn (@daHAHNi) November 30, 2014
Wide receiver Jordan Westerkamp:
Unreal. Bo believed in me and I 100% believed in him. Can't believe this.... — Jordan Westerkamp (@JordanWesty1) November 30, 2014
Cornerback Josh Mitchell:
Bout to lose a lot of recruits that were coming here to play for coach Bo
— Josh Mitchell (@J_Mitch05) November 30, 2014
Defensive back Nathan Gerry:
He's the reason we came here — Bane (@NathanGerry) November 30, 2014
Finally, the most ominous tweet came from four-star recruit Liam Eichenberg:
All Nebraska Recruits after the head coach got fired..... pic.twitter.com/g4RUQx8bOb
— Liam Eichenberg (@Lchopfallen) November 30, 2014
