Why doesn't Florida State create a new position for Bobby Bowden? like coach, emeritus? Retire, Bobby.?

Answer 1

Bobby Bowden is an Icon there, he has the right to retire whenever he wants. Just like Joe Paterno at Penn State.

Answer 2

Makes me sick to my stomach. If legends like Bobby Bowden are subject to political and booster sway, then no-one can fell safe anywhere. Bowden is worshipped in Tallahassee. Also, I think FSU is playing with fire here. Bowden has supporters all over the nation and this is a major slap in the face to all of them. FSU recruiting might tank when he leaves. The only coach who has any business taking over FSU's program is Steve Spurrier. I know it sounds strange, but Spurrier would have taken it in a heart beat had he been offered. Jimbo Fisher has no business taking over that program.

Answer 3

The order of college football goes as following:
1) God
2) Paterno
3) Bobby Bowden

Answer 4

He's earned the right to stick around as long as he wants after turning FSU's football program into a powerhouse from nothing. He's also in competition with Paterno for most wins ever and it looks like neither of them wants to retire before the other.

Answer 5

I think Bobby has had a great career at FSU. I do think it is time for him to leave though. He will never be fired, he has done to much for the school. I think he has maybe lost his touch. I like Bobby but he needs to realize that and do whats best for the program.

Answer 6

True, true, true. It's time for the old man to
step down gracefully, unless it's too late to do
so gracefully. I hate to see a great athelete
or coach keep hanging in until he makes an
a** of himself. Mickey Mantle said "when I
go to plate and take my three swings, it's time
to retire". And he did.

Answer 7

HE MADE FSU, JUST LIKE PATERNO MADE PSU, SO HE CAN STAY HOW LONG HE WANTS

Answer 8

you're being a poor sport