Foundation Academy 2022 defensive linemen Donovan Branch and Reggie Jean, who both committed to UConn in August, said while they haven’t abandoned their commitments following the surprising news about coach Randy Edsall leaving they’re now open to other possibilities.
Sunday, Edsall said he’d be retiring at the end of the season. On Monday, the school released a statement with a change of plans. In what was termed a “mutual decision” with UConn athletic director David Benedict, Edsall would step down immediately.
“Upon further reflection by both Randy and I, and after having the opportunity to visit with Randy today, we are both in agreement that it is in the best interest of our student-athletes to have a new voice leading UConn football,” Benedict said in a statement.