Rich, tell ya what. I'm an Arizona alum. Greg knows me. I'm from Michigan. We're all from somewhere else. I'm an Arizona guy. You win and win clean, we'll make you an Arizona guy. The past is past. We're going to do great things and I hope we carve your face in the side of the Santa Catalina mountains after our first Rose Bowl win! BEAR DOWN, ARIZONA and welcome aboard!
Rich and family-- Welcome to Arizona and to the Wildcat family. We'll be looking forward to see the excitement you'll bring to the football program. Go Cats!
ZachNov 22
Terrible hire Greg. How soon until we're on probation?
Look forward to an exciting year with Coach Rich! This is an upstanding university and I trust the decision Greg Byrnes has made!
BrianNov 22
I'm a Michigan alum and live there--anyone that thinks Rodriguez did a single thing wrong leading to the NCAA issue simply doesn't know what they are talking about. The entire episode was about 20 minutes extra practice time every week--because stretching wasn't counted. Good hire Arizona
Michael ChaputNov 22
Welcome to the Wildcat family! I'm a student here, but also have been a Michigan fan my whole life and it was sad to see you go like that. Very happy to see you back on the sidelines and can't wait for our first rose bowl down the line! Bear Down!
Judi Brauns (season ticket holder)Nov 22
Well, Rodriquez was not in my top ten list...NCAA sanctions are not good policy!
Welcome Coach Rodriguez and Family to Tucson and the Arizona Wildcat Family! BEAR DOWN!
LisaNov 22
So happy for Rich he deserves this.
JohnNov 22
From michigan to northern mexico.......that's gotta hurt the pride.
MitchNov 22
Congrats Arizona and Coach Rod... a GREAT hire! And this is coming from the most DIEHARD Michigan fan! I encourage Zona fans to read 3rd and Out, about Rich and his 3 years in Ann Arbor... you got a good man
SethNov 22
Haha what a joke 3rd school in 5 years. And sadly for him both WVir and Mich are way better jobs than this one
Davis GorickNov 22
Hope you fail miserably. If I were an ASU fan I'd be pretty happy. Dick Rod isnt much for rivalries (look at Michigan vs Michigan state and Ohio, hell he even lost a game to notre dame). Didn't respect the long traditions and rivalries. Downplayed losses and over valued wins over MAC schools... Forever a loser... GO BLUE AND GO COACH HOKE!!!
JazzNov 22
Great hire...I am a Michigan alum and i cant wait to see his offense working at Arizona. I hope that he hires good coaches on the defensive side of the ball....That was his undoing at Michigan.
garyNov 22
RR and Rita are very nice people. Just did not fit in at UM. I rooted for him for 3 years. He is a good coach. Just needs to be patient and get some 4 star recruits. We got too many 3 stars, fast and quick, but not big enough for the Big Ten.
Rita & Rich --- Congrat's & best of luck!
You my friend deserve the best as you gave me this advice so often in college. I enjoyed our "special" times together & continue to pray for you & your beautiful family!
Greg, I am a WVU grad and the biggest mistake my university's athletic department ever made was letting Rich Rodriquez get away. We've never - and may never - be the same. We were on a trajectory of national significance and the verge of playing for a national championship. Not so much anymore.
GREAT HIRE!!! You will not regret this...unless you ever let him get away.
BillNov 22
As a loyal maize and blue fan I would like to thank Rich Rod for Shoelace Fitz and a roster full of talent! I just ordered two Arizona hats and can't wait for many epic Rose Bowl showdowns!! In Rich Rod we trust!!
As a Michigan fan living in Arizona I wish you the best of luck coach. How about working in a home and home with your old team. Great Hire U of A great guy and a great coach
WVUGODFATHERNov 22
He'll make you a winner in 2-3 years and get the program headed in the right direction...then as soon as something "better" comes along, he'll leave you in a heartbeat! He turned his back on his home state and alma mater 4 years ago...don't think he won't do it to you too, if given the opportunity!
Tuesday MenasNov 22
Congratulations my friend! I hope you love it there and your family is very happy!! You all look wonderful! You're pretty far from home in WV but Matt goes to OR a lot for work so we may end up seeing you coach again in the near future. God bless and enjoy your new team and home!!!!
GhostNov 22
The past is not the past he has a track record of controversy, violations, and going where the money is. At what price does he come to Arizona...
AznavNov 22
I'm happy! I'm excited! I'm expectant! What's his buy out clause?
GrantjRothNov 22
Don't expect much next year. Never gets out of the gate well with any of his past jobs. His first year at Michigan was worst in history and not much better at UWV
I have grown up with a season ticket in my hand. I was born into the Tomey era, stuck through the Mackovic era, followed and
became close with the Stoops family, and now its time to see the Rich Rod era. I came to the UA because thats all I know. Its my life. All I can say is Welcome to Tucson and welcome to the Arizona Wildcat family! Hope to be meeting you real soon.
What a good looking' family!!
I know A is the first letter butcan't remember the second!
Rich, tell ya what. I'm an Arizona alum. Greg knows me. I'm from Michigan. We're all from somewhere else. I'm an Arizona guy. You win and win clean, we'll make you an Arizona guy. The past is past. We're going to do great things and I hope we carve your face in the side of the Santa Catalina mountains after our first Rose Bowl win! BEAR DOWN, ARIZONA and welcome aboard!
Welcome to AZ, Rich! Very happy to have you!
Rich and family-- Welcome to Arizona and to the Wildcat family. We'll be looking forward to see the excitement you'll bring to the football program. Go Cats!
Terrible hire Greg. How soon until we're on probation?
Snore...zzzzzzzzzzz \|/
Welcome to Arizona BEAR DOWN !
Past is the past. GO CATS!! Looking forward to exciting times!!
Welcome aboard, Coach! BEAR DOWN, ARIZONA!!
Greg Byrne (ASU alum) pickin the kitties head coach. Nice one. LoL
Some of these rude messages are not from Arizona people. I assure you of that.
Had it Made In Morgantown What A Waste
GO CATS! Welcome Coach!
You Cat fans really excited about this? Be honest.
Look forward to an exciting year with Coach Rich! This is an upstanding university and I trust the decision Greg Byrnes has made!
I'm a Michigan alum and live there--anyone that thinks Rodriguez did a single thing wrong leading to the NCAA issue simply doesn't know what they are talking about. The entire episode was about 20 minutes extra practice time every week--because stretching wasn't counted. Good hire Arizona
Welcome to the Wildcat family! I'm a student here, but also have been a Michigan fan my whole life and it was sad to see you go like that. Very happy to see you back on the sidelines and can't wait for our first rose bowl down the line! Bear Down!
Well, Rodriquez was not in my top ten list...NCAA sanctions are not good policy!
Welcome Coach Rodriguez and Family to Tucson and the Arizona Wildcat Family! BEAR DOWN!
So happy for Rich he deserves this.
From michigan to northern mexico.......that's gotta hurt the pride.
Congrats Arizona and Coach Rod... a GREAT hire! And this is coming from the most DIEHARD Michigan fan! I encourage Zona fans to read 3rd and Out, about Rich and his 3 years in Ann Arbor... you got a good man
Haha what a joke 3rd school in 5 years. And sadly for him both WVir and Mich are way better jobs than this one
Hope you fail miserably. If I were an ASU fan I'd be pretty happy. Dick Rod isnt much for rivalries (look at Michigan vs Michigan state and Ohio, hell he even lost a game to notre dame). Didn't respect the long traditions and rivalries. Downplayed losses and over valued wins over MAC schools... Forever a loser... GO BLUE AND GO COACH HOKE!!!
Great hire...I am a Michigan alum and i cant wait to see his offense working at Arizona. I hope that he hires good coaches on the defensive side of the ball....That was his undoing at Michigan.
RR and Rita are very nice people. Just did not fit in at UM. I rooted for him for 3 years. He is a good coach. Just needs to be patient and get some 4 star recruits. We got too many 3 stars, fast and quick, but not big enough for the Big Ten.
Rico Rod, welcome to Arizona and beat ASU!!
Rita & Rich --- Congrat's & best of luck! You my friend deserve the best as you gave me this advice so often in college. I enjoyed our "special" times together & continue to pray for you & your beautiful family!
Greg, I am a WVU grad and the biggest mistake my university's athletic department ever made was letting Rich Rodriquez get away. We've never - and may never - be the same. We were on a trajectory of national significance and the verge of playing for a national championship. Not so much anymore. GREAT HIRE!!! You will not regret this...unless you ever let him get away.
As a loyal maize and blue fan I would like to thank Rich Rod for Shoelace Fitz and a roster full of talent! I just ordered two Arizona hats and can't wait for many epic Rose Bowl showdowns!! In Rich Rod we trust!!
As a Michigan fan living in Arizona I wish you the best of luck coach. How about working in a home and home with your old team. Great Hire U of A great guy and a great coach
He'll make you a winner in 2-3 years and get the program headed in the right direction...then as soon as something "better" comes along, he'll leave you in a heartbeat! He turned his back on his home state and alma mater 4 years ago...don't think he won't do it to you too, if given the opportunity!
Congratulations my friend! I hope you love it there and your family is very happy!! You all look wonderful! You're pretty far from home in WV but Matt goes to OR a lot for work so we may end up seeing you coach again in the near future. God bless and enjoy your new team and home!!!!
The past is not the past he has a track record of controversy, violations, and going where the money is. At what price does he come to Arizona...
I'm happy! I'm excited! I'm expectant! What's his buy out clause?
Don't expect much next year. Never gets out of the gate well with any of his past jobs. His first year at Michigan was worst in history and not much better at UWV
I have grown up with a season ticket in my hand. I was born into the Tomey era, stuck through the Mackovic era, followed and became close with the Stoops family, and now its time to see the Rich Rod era. I came to the UA because thats all I know. Its my life. All I can say is Welcome to Tucson and welcome to the Arizona Wildcat family! Hope to be meeting you real soon.
Congratulations - You all look very pleased, Arizona is lucky to get you. Hopefully a raod trip is in our future! The Merendinos
Look out PAC 12 south. There's a new sheriff in town