Sean Merriman, BTN.com web editor, December 2, 2014
Interim athletic director Jim Hackett announced Tuesday that Michigan has fired Brady Hoke after four seasons and a 31-20 record, including an 18-14 mark in Big Ten play.
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The decision comes after Hoke and the Wolverines closed out the season with a 42-28 loss at Ohio State, which left them one victory short of making a bowl game.
Hoke,who went from 11 wins to eight to seven to five, finished 1-3 vs. Ohio State, 1-3 vs. Michigan State and 2-2 vs. Notre Dame.
Social media took off after the announcement of Hoke's dismissal became official.
Here is a look at some of the top Twitter reactions from current players:
— Shane Morris (@ShaneMorris_7) December 2, 2014
It may have not been perfect, but I couldn't thank Coach Hoke enough for all that he's done. I love him to death and wish him all the best
— jack wangler (@J_Wangler16) December 2, 2014
Will never have one bad thing to say about coach Hoke. Can't thank such a great man enough for the way he impacted my life.
— Desmond Morgan (@CoachDesMorgan) December 2, 2014
Man it's crazy I don't even know what to say.. But I just wanna thank you Coach for all the time you? http://t.co/mBJsbvuKLE
— Khalid Hill (@Thatboylid80) December 2, 2014
Grateful..
— Logan Tuley-Tillman (@LoganTillman) December 2, 2014
Always gonna be grateful to have played for a coach as great as Coach Hoke. Taught me a lot about life and football. Can't thank him enough
— Garrett Moores (@gmoores11) December 2, 2014
Love coach hoke and the rest of this staff. Wouldn't be half the player or man without them and for that I'm forever grateful
— Jake Butt (@Jbooty88) December 2, 2014
https://twitter.com/GreatGlasby/status/539883408701554688
Truly love this man an staff.. This really hurts I'm truly thankful for all the life lessons and the opportunities? pic.twitter.com/tVXR65aoBw
— Maurice Hurst II (@mohurstjr) December 2, 2014
https://twitter.com/DRAKEington/status/539887232346513408
Man..
— JP5 (@JabrillPeppers) December 2, 2014
https://twitter.com/therealfitz42/status/539886225738706945
Never will I appreciate someone more than Coach Hoke. Taught me how to be a man.
— Joe Kerridge (@JKerridge36) December 2, 2014
https://twitter.com/BIGPLAYMCCRAY9/status/539888302351212544
I'm a better man for having played for him. I'm truly grateful and honored. Good luck, Coach Hoke. http://t.co/qLLRP5OXfx
— Jack Miller (@jack_miller60) December 2, 2014
https://twitter.com/MoeWays/status/539885821252612097
Twitter reactions from former players:
I learned a lot both on and off the field from him. Love that guy. Thanks for the memories, Coach. pic.twitter.com/jxJoVzwAvK
— Jordan Kovacs (@JKovacs32) December 2, 2014
Much love for you Coach Hoke.. I'll never forget our season together and our win in New Orleans. #Team132 #Family
— Mike Martin (@GoMikeMartin) December 2, 2014
