Tennessee Tech coach Bobby Wilder criticizes Chattanooga coach Rusty Wright

Tennessee Tech head coach Bobby Wilder addressed his rivalry with Chattanooga coach Rusty Wright during a news conference on September 9, 2026. This follows Tennessee Tech’s 24-9 victory over Chattanooga on September 5, a game in which the Golden Eagles scored 17 unanswered points in the second half. Wilder took issue with postgame comments made by Wright, who questioned the legitimacy of Tennessee Tech's special teams alignment during an attempted onside kick. Wilder defended his staff, citing FCS Special Teams Matrix rankings and asserting that his team successfully anticipated the play. Labeling Wright an "under-the-bus guy," Wilder claimed the Chattanooga coach sought to shift blame onto his kicker after the failed execution. Tennessee Tech continues its season on September 12 against Samford.

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