{
  "id": 9668296,
  "title": "Brian Kelly Has Hilarious Self-Deprecating Joke Amid Rumors of New Job",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/brian-kelly-has-hilarious-self-deprecating-joke-amid-rumors-of-new-job",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T01:00:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/brian-kelly-has-hilarious-self-deprecating-joke-amid-rumors-of-new-job-12486086"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Brian Kelly, the head coach who recently parted ways with Notre Dame and LSU, is spending the season in the media rather than on a football field. Rumors suggest he could take a new coaching position next season, possibly at Rutgers, which has struggled under head coach Greg Schiano.\n\nWhen discussing the possibility of a new job, Kelly engaged in some self-deprecating humor. He joked about adopting a Jersey accent if the role became available, stating, \"I can do anyone you want.\" While this lighthearted comment hinted at his adaptability, Kelly also expressed concern over job security rumors. He admitted, \"You can imagine coming from my perspective as a sitting football coach when I was in that position, you hate hearing the rumors because it means somebody's job is being evaluated. And so it's uncomfortable for me.\" Despite this, Kelly remained focused on his daily routine, emphasizing that those making decisions had their own plans in place.",
  "summary": "College football coach Brian Kelly had a funny joke when asked about a potential new coaching gig for him.",
  "key_points": [
    "Brian Kelly jokes about adopting Jersey accent for potential new job",
    "Kelly expresses concern over job security rumors",
    "Kelly remains focused on daily routine despite rumors"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Kelly's lighthearted response to job rumors belies his discomfort with the speculation, revealing a coach aware of the harsh realities of his profession and its impact on others.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}