Stephens Out After Playoff Rant | Huntsville News

Buddy Stephens, the legendary 18-year head coach of East Mississippi Community College and a Last Chance U icon, has been fired amid controversy after publicly calling playoff format changes “idiots,” arguing they cost him national titles. His replacement, associate head coach Preston Rice, steps in as interim leader. The college declined to name Stephens in its statement but condemned “personal attacks” in line with its values. Stephens’ record: 155-31, five national championships. He was notably absent from the team’s season opener. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bcf38162e9af6583