Major Conference Coaches Who Could Get Fired Between Now and May
Earl Grant, Boston College Eagles
Boston College hasn’t made the NCAA tournament since 2009. But Earl Grant has been given plenty of time to make progress, and except for going 20-16 three seasons ago, they have not made any. Grant is 70-88 at BC, and the Eagles are on pace for the worst season in his five seasons at Chestnut Hill (9-16). Furthermore, he is just 29-63 in ACC play. His contract expires after next season.
Thad Matta, Butler Bulldogs
Butler hasn’t been relevant in the Big East since 2019-20, and their NCAA tournament streak will likely extend to eight straight years, if they don’t win the conference tournament. Thad Matta is 84-74 with the Bulldogs, but just 25-50 in conference play. His contract expires next season.
Jeff Capel II, Pitt Panthers
Jeff Capel II has been on the hot seat for several seasons and is 123-124 over his career. Pitt has posted a winning record in three of the last four years, though it is just 9-17 this year, and has made just one NCAA tournament appearance in seven seasons. The Panthers are also just 10-23 in ACC play over the last two campaigns, going 2-11 this season. He is under contract through 2028-29.
Bobby Hurley, Arizona State Sun Devils
Bobby Hurley has been at the helm of ASU since 2015-2016, posting a 181-161 record. The Sun Devils, 13-12 in 2025-26, could be headed for a third consecutive losing season. The Sun Devils have also made only three NCAA Tournament appearances under Hurley, who is in the final year of his deal, with just two victories.
Tad Boyle, Colorado Buffaloes
Tad Boyle is CU’s all-time leader in wins, but the Buffaloes have struggled since moving to the Big 12 (7-26). Boyle is in his 16th season, though he has only six NCAA tournament berths, including two in the last six seasons. His contract runs through 2028-29.
Micah Shrewsberry, Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Micah Shrewsberry has a losing career record and is just 40-52 at Notre Dame. The Irish are looking at their third straight losing season, as they are 12-14. They are also 18-35 in ACC play, including 3-10 this season. His contract runs through 2028-29.
Steve Pikiell, Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Steve Pikiell is in the midst of his third straight losing season. He owns a 157-155 record in 10 seasons with the Scarlett Knights. His contract runs through 2031.
Other Coaches
Wayne Tinkle, Oregon State Beavers
Dana Altman, Oregon Ducks (possible retirement)
Matt McMahon, LSU Tigers
Porter Moser, Oklahoma Sooners
