If you’re a college football fan, TCU’s latest coaching move should grab your attention. The Horned Frogs are expected to hire UConn offensive coordinator Gordon Sammis, one of the nation’s most respected up-and-coming play callers. Sammis has earned back-to-back Broyles Award nominations and has been the architect behind UConn’s surprising surge, guiding the Huskies to 18 wins over the last two seasons.
What makes this hire so compelling is the statistical dominance Sammis brings with him. In 2025, UConn averaged 34.9 points per game, ranking 16th nationally, and piled up 445 yards per game, good for 22nd. His offense also led the country in fourth-down conversion rate at a remarkable 76.47%, while posting the lowest interception percentage in college football. Efficiency, discipline, and creativity, Sammis checks every box.
For TCU, this move signals a push toward elevating a good offense into a truly dangerous one. The Horned Frogs already put up 29.7 points per game (38th nationally) and 419.5 yards per game (26th), but Sammis’ track record suggests there’s another gear to reach. His ability to attack defenses vertically while minimizing turnovers fits perfectly with TCU’s talent-rich roster.
This is more than just a coordinator change, it's a statement hire. TCU is aiming to climb back into the national conversation, and Gordon Sammis might be the spark that gets them there.
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