Overview
- At Campbell’s introductory news conference, Kraft confirmed the authenticity of the viral clip and called it embarrassing, offering an apology to anyone offended.
- Kraft’s private remarks included calling Oregon “frauds,” alleging Michigan cheated, and saying his career would be over if he hired the wrong coach.
- Reports note the clip was posted online by Dead Air Sports, and its capture remains unclear, with questions raised about legality under Pennsylvania’s two-party consent law.
- Campbell has begun building his operation, keeping Terry Smith in an expanded role and naming longtime aide Derek Hoodjer as general manager to lead player acquisition.
- The new coach inherits a depleted recruiting class after multiple flips to Virginia Tech, and he emphasized constructing a cohesive roster through selective high school recruiting and the transfer portal.