What folks in the Clemson camp are saying about Brent Venables' departure
What folks in the Clemson camp are saying about Brent Venables taking the head coaching job at Oklahoma:
► Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney:
“Today is a great day for Brent and his family and a great day for Oklahoma, and the entire Clemson family and I are proud of – and thankful for – his 10 years here and the lives he impacted in the process.”
► Former Clemson Sports Information Director Tim Bourret:
“Brent Venables has been the most significant assistant coach in any sport in Clemson athletics history.”
► Former Clemson linebacker Judah Davis:
“Long live Jimmy Greenbeans.”
► Clemson quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei:
“NO ONE BETTER…#Legend”
► Clemson defensive end Xavier Thomas:
“So happy for coach. He deserves it more than anyone. Hardest working man I have ever known. Y’all take care of him!! @OU_Football”
► Clemson running back Darien Rencher:
“Would love for @CoachVenables to stay here forever because of who he is, but you gotta be so happy for this man and his family. Nobody more deserving!”
► Clemson defensive tackle Tre Williams:
“Nothing but love for you Coach!”
► Clemson cornerback Mario Goodrich:
“Congrats to the GOAT. Can’t wait to see what you do! Definition of grinder and he brings the best out of his players…good luck coach.”
► Clemson linebacker Trenton Simpson:
"Well deserved! Hardest working coach out there."
This article originally appeared on Greenville News: What the Clemson football community says about Brent Venables' departure
