Ruffin McNeill, the assistant head coach at Virginia this past season, will be joining the staff of new Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley, OU officials confirmed on Wednesday.

But after a 5-7 record in 2015, Holland’s successor, Jeff Compher, dismissed McNeill in an unexpected move. As the football program declined, Compher was forced out in April 2018.

It was really good to be around him again.” Benkert and Ruffin McNeill exchanged greetings in Charlottesville over the weekend, some 235 miles from where they once expected to be.

Ruffin McNeill, who led the East Carolina Pirates to a 42-34 (.553) record over six years, was fired Friday after a 5-7 season.

Charlottesville, Va. — Former East Carolina head coach Ruffin McNeill was one of eight hires announced Saturday by the University of Virginia and new head coach Bronco Mendenhall.

Interim defensive coordinator Ruffin McNeill was asked that question following Saturday’s 48-47 victory over Oklahoma State. The veteran coach spoke about the importance of winning games.

Ruffin McNeill doesn’t coach, call plays or have a certain position group to work with. But his role with the NC State football team has proven to be invaluable ...

ECU alum Ruffin McNeill will be on NC State's side for the first time of this rivalry. Stephen Igoe Aug 26th, 2022, 8:30 PM 9 ...