Portland-based TV station KGW is reporting that Oregon coach Chip Kelly is close to finalizing a deal to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. KGW says it has a source close to the negotiations that says Kelly will make the jump to be the Bucs head coach if details of a contract can be worked out.
There's been some rumors circulating about Kelly being wooed by professional teams, but this would be a huge blow to Oregon nation. If Kelly takes over the Bucs it will continue a rise that can only be categorized as "meteoric." Stay tuned.