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CSU Coach Wins National Championship Then Tweets Rams Fans

Todd Harding — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:13:41 +0000

New CSU head football coach Jim McElwain had some unfinished business at the University of Alabama; to win a National Championship! The Crimson Tide beat the LSU Tigers 21-0 last night in the BCS title game. McElwain was the offensive coordinator for Alabama. After the game, the coach tweeted to Rams fans from the field.

CSU Names McElwain As New Head Football Coach

Pete Hanson — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 13:41:06 +0000

Colorado State University has named Jim McElwain as the 20th head coach to lead the Rams' football program. McElwain was signed to a 5-year, $1.3 million contract. The 49 year-old coach most recenly served as the offensive coordinator at Alabama for the last four years. McElwain will remain on Alabama's staff through the national championship game on January 9th.

CSU Expected To Name New Football Coach Today

Todd Harding — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:43:33 +0000

Colorado State University has scheduled a press conference today to reveal their new head football coach. The Tuscaloosa (Ala.) News is reporting that University of Alabama offensive coordinator Jim McElwain is the Rams' choice to replace Steve Fairchild.