Terry Jefferson appointed cornerbacks coach for Hurricanes

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Terry Jefferson appointed cornerbacks coach for Hurricanes
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Terry Jefferson has been promoted to cornerbacks coach for the Miami Hurricanes, following his work as a defensive assistant. Head coach Mario Cristobal informed him of the decision, which Jefferson described as a surreal experience. The cornerbacks group is regarded as one of the strongest units on the team, returning all key players from the previous season. Jefferson previously coached at Jacksonville State after a stint as a defensive analyst at Miami. He aims to build on the success of his players, many of whom regard him as a motivator and mentor.

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  • Terry Jefferson takes over as cornerbacks coach for Miami Hurricanes.
  • He succeeds Zac Etheridge, who moved to the NFL.
  • Jefferson has prior experience with the Hurricanes and Jacksonville State.
  • The cornerbacks group will return all key players.
  • Players report positive feedback about Jefferson's coaching style.
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  • 7:56 PMYahoo SportsNew Hurricanes assistant Terry Jefferson takes over ‘loaded’ cornerback group
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CORAL GABLES — Terry Jefferson was speechless. The UM defensive assistant was on the phone with Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal, who had just informed him he was being promoted to be the team’s new cornerbacks coach. “It was surreal,” Jefferson said. “Honestly, when I first got the call, I had to digest it a little bit. I took a moment to hang up the phone and pray to God because this is ...

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