One candidate is Rhode Island assistant George Blaney, who coached the Rams last week in DeGregorio's absence. Rhode Island administrators, meanwhile, have already spoken with Rick Pitino about their open position. But Pitino officially pulled out over the weekend. Rhode Island also reportedly spoke to former Indiana coach Bobby Knight, who also said no. Understandably, Flint sympathizes with DeGregorio.
People have families, they have to walk around and sometimes hear snide comments from fans.
You've got to have a tough skin in this business, but I can see Jerry getting worn down.