Who are the coaches in the Orange Bowl CFP quarterfinal?

The Orange Bowl quarterfinal features Oregon's coach Dan Lanning and Texas Tech's coach Joey McGuire.

What is Oregon's record entering the Orange Bowl?

Oregon enters the Orange Bowl game with a 12-1 record for the season.

Where did Dan Lanning and Joey McGuire coach before college?

Both Dan Lanning and Joey McGuire coached at the high school level before their college coaching careers.

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Coaches' Roots: From High School Fields to CFP Stage

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Summary

Oregon and Texas Tech coaches started in high school before college fame.
Both coaches led their teams to a 12-1 record this season.
The winner advances to the Peach Bowl CFP semifinal on January 9.

Coaches' Roots: From High School Fields to CFP Stage

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning and Texas Tech Red Raiders coach Joey McGuire, both successful at the college level, share a common origin: the high school football field. This shared past influences their coaching philosophies as they prepare to meet in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals at the Orange Bowl. Both teams have achieved remarkable success this season, entering the playoff with identical 12-1 records. The stakes are high, as the victor will secure a spot in the CFP semifinals on January 9, continuing their pursuit of the national championship. McGuire spent over two decades coaching high school football in Texas before transitioning to college in 2017. Lanning, while coaching high school for a shorter period, drew inspiration from prominent college coaches. Both men express mutual respect, acknowledging the dedication and passion that arises from working up through the coaching ranks.