Tim Brando discusses college coaches' communication issues with media
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Broadcaster Tim Brando addressed the strained communication between college football coaches and the media during a recent segment on Atlanta’s 680 The Fan. Reflecting on a tense moment with former Utah coach Kyle Whittingham, Brando highlighted how coaches are increasingly guarded in their interactions. He cited a shift in respect towards sports information directors, leading to a breakdown in communication. Brando suggested that while many interviews proceed smoothly, a lack of respect now exists, complicating media access to coaches. His insights emphasize broader concerns about media relations in college sports.
- •Tim Brando spoke about communication issues between college coaches and media.
- •Brando recalled a confrontational encounter with Kyle Whittingham.
- •He noted a shift in respect for sports information directors.
- •Many coaches are more guarded in interviews than in the past.
- •Brando believes this trend complicates media access and relationships.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Broadcaster Tim Brando thinks there’s a simple reason behind communication breakdown with college coaches
"Interactions between college footballl coaches and the press don’t always go according to plan. You need only look back to last week’s baffling scene between Texas coach Steve Sarkisian and ESPN reporters Holly Rowe and Laura Rutledge to see how weird things can get if a coach decides he no longer wants to be the…
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