Chargers News: Team Announces That McCoy has Been Fired
The San Diego Chargers announced on Jan. 1 that Mike McCoy has been relieved of his duties as the team’s head coach.
The announcement came a little more than an hour after the conclusion of the Chargers’ 37-27 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. With that loss, the team finished 5-11 for their second straight losing season.
It’s done. Chargers have announced the dismissal of Mike McCoy. Head coach search has begun.
— Michael Gehlken (@sdutGehlken) January 2, 2017
McCoy served as the Chargers’ head coach for four years, compiling a 28-38 record over that span, including a 1-1 record in the playoffs.
The team finished 9-7 his first season and secured the final playoff spot in the AFC playoff picture.
BREAKING: Chargers announce head coach Mike McCoy has been fired. pic.twitter.com/74W0qxISZK
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) January 2, 2017
San Diego finished 9-7 the following year, but missed out on the playoffs with a loss against the Kansas City Chiefs. In 2015-2016, a season that saw the team plagued by injuries, the Chargers finished 4-12.
During McCoy’s time in San Diego, the Chargers compiled a 7-17 record in the AFC West.
Mike is the sports editor for the Fayette Advertiser, and has been with East Village Times since 2015. His work has appeared on Bleacher Report. He is an avid Padres fan who is keeping the faith and trusting the process.
