From Newsweek · Matthew Couden · · 1m 10s
Dabo Swinney ranked third hottest coach in college football
Clemson's head coach reacts with humor after learning he placed high on a facial attractiveness ranking of college football coaches.
In brief
Clemson's head coach reacts with humor after learning he placed high on a facial attractiveness ranking of college football coaches. Swinney's job security is strong despite Clemson's slow start, thanks to his two national titles and massive buyout. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Swinney cracks jokes about his looks
Clemson's Dabo Swinney learned he ranked third on a college football coaches attractiveness list, joking he thought he'd be called the most hated guy instead.
“As in, like, good-looking? Oh, finally something comes my way?”
Duke's Diaz tops the list
Duke's Manny Diaz ranked first on the Rotogrinders attractiveness list, with Indiana's Curt Cignetti at number two. Swinney scored 70.8 points.
Lane Kiffin ranks ninth
LSU's Lane Kiffin placed ninth on the list, while Ole Miss's Pete Golding landed at 134, prompting Swinney to chuckle at the rankings.
Clemson struggles early this season
The Tigers opened with a 51-10 loss to LSU but bounced back with a 22-7 win over Georgia Southern. They face UNC next in their first ACC game.
Swinney's job is secure
Despite speculation about the hot seat, ESPN's Pete Thamel said Clemson's 57 million dollar buyout and Swinney's two national titles ensure his job security.
“He's one of two active coaches who have won two national titles.”
Here's the gist
Swinney's job security is strong despite Clemson's slow start, thanks to his two national titles and massive buyout.
