Jim McElwain to Retire Amid NCAA Investigation

Jim McElwain, head football coach at Central Michigan, has announced his retirement after a 40-year career in college football coaching. McElwain's decision follows an NCAA investigation linked to Michigan sign-stealing allegations involving Connor Stalions, although the retirement decision was reportedly his own. With a tenure at Central Michigan since 2019, McElwain amassed a 33-35 record, including two bowl appearances, and plans to remain in an advisory role post-retirement. His career highlights include coaching stints at Florida and Colorado State, where he led teams to significant successes, including SEC East titles. McElwain's overall head coaching record stands at 77-63. He will coach Central Michigan's final game of the season against Northern Illinois on November 30.