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Michigan OC Chip Lindsey bolts for Missouri amid coaching turmoil
21 Dec
Summary
- Chip Lindsey departs Michigan to become Missouri's offensive coordinator.
- Michigan's offense improved but passing game struggled under Lindsey.
- Lindsey's move follows Michigan's head coach firing and ongoing search.
Chip Lindsey, who served as Michigan's offensive coordinator for one season, is heading to Missouri to take on the same role. His tenure with the Wolverines saw a notable improvement in overall offensive rankings, moving from 129th to 57th in the FBS. However, the passing game remained a weakness, ranking 107th nationally.
Lindsey's departure occurs amidst significant upheaval for Michigan, which is actively seeking a new head coach after Sherrone Moore's dismissal. The team will utilize tight ends coach Steve Casula for offensive play-calling during the upcoming Citrus Bowl against Texas. This transition follows a season where freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood experienced an inconsistent freshman year.
The 51-year-old coordinator brings extensive experience, having previously held offensive coordinator positions at multiple universities including North Carolina, UCF, Auburn, Arizona State, and Southern Miss. His move to Missouri is part of a broader coaching carousel, with Michigan reportedly considering several candidates for its vacant head coaching position.
