Statement from University of Southern Mississippi President Rodney D. Bennett and Interim Director of Athletics Jeff Mitchell - Southern Miss

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Statement from University of Southern Mississippi President Rodney D. Bennett and Interim Director of Athletics Jeff Mitchell

2/6/2019 8:58:00 AM | Football

We have met with Art Briles regarding a position with the Southern Miss football program. Following that meeting, we informed him that he is not a candidate. The University will have no further comment on this matter.

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