Jim Mora bolts UConn for Colorado State as college football coaching...

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Jim Mora is leaving UConn to become the head coach at Colorado State, as reported by ESPN. Mora, who joined UConn in 2022, led the Huskies to consecutive nine-win seasons, marking a historic achievement for the program, including a victory over North Carolina in the Fenway Bowl. His departure comes as Colorado State joins the revamped Pac 12 conference. UConn, with a 9-3 record this season, will have offensive coordinator Gordon Sammis serve as interim head coach for their upcoming bowl game. UConn's athletic director, David Benedict, expressed gratitude for Mora’s contributions and announced the start of a national search for a new head coach. Mora, a former NFL head coach, has also led UCLA from 2012 to 2017. His move to Colorado State follows speculation about UConn's independent status and past interest in other coaching positions, including Washington State. Colorado State aims to revitalize its football program after firing Jay Norvell, with Mora expected to
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