As the news of Mario Cristobal leaving Oregon to go to Miami is out, past and present Ducks players have reacted to the news on social media.
Cristobal met with his football players Monday morning to tell them of his decision to leave to coach the Hurricanes. Hours later, Miami officially announced Cristobal as its next head coach.
“My family and I are excited to return home to the University of Miami, which has been so instrumental in shaping me as a person, player, and coach,” Cristobal said in a news press release. “This program has an unparalleled tradition and an exciting future ahead of it. I can’t wait to compete for championships and help mold our student-athletes into leaders on and off the field who will make our University, our community, and our loyal fan base proud.”
As many can imagine, many Oregon players’ reactions was mixed. Some wished Cristobal well in his next adventure to Coral Gables, and others were confused and surprised he decided to leave.
Here is some of the reaction from former, current, and recruited players:
Offensive lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson
Heartbroken. Plain and simple. Nothing else needs to be said.
— Jackson James Powers-Johnson (@BigJax58) December 6, 2021
Quarterback Ty Thompson
Running back Seven McGee
3 years of loyalty and building trust …and yeah I feel some type of way ! But I respect the decision good luck @coach_cristobal 🤞🏾🙏🏾
— 7 (@McgeeSeven) December 6, 2021
Defensive back Avante Dickerson
Quarterback Robby Ashford
We’re gonna be fine I promise you that. Still a whole lot of unfinished business to take care of.🤝🖤
— Robby Ashford (@robby_ashford) December 6, 2021
Offensive lineman Alex Forsyth
Safety Steve Stephens IV
Wide receiver recruit Trejon Williams
Offensive lineman Marcus Harper II
Offensive lineman Malaesala Aumavae-Laulu
Wide receiver recruit Stephon Johnson
Contact Register-Guard sportswriter Antwan Staley at astaley@registerguard.com and follow him on Twitter @antwanstaley.
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