Kill decided to part ways with the university after the two couldn’t come to terms on a new role for the former coach.
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“I visited with the president [Monday], and it was very professional in manner,” Kill said, via the Star Tribune. “He would like me to speak on behalf of the university, raise money and teach a class or two. I really appreciate that offer, but I want to be involved with athletics. I’ve been involved with athletics my whole life, and I want to be around the kids more than anything.
“That wasn’t part of the offer. I understand that, but that was the deal-breaker for me.”
Kill’s contract had a clause that said the two sides could agree upon a $200,000 salaried position after his coaching days. Another medical-condition clause said he could step away entirely with a $600,000 lump sum — which he took.
Kill said discussions about a full-time gig “were never about money. … I’m more hurt by it than I am mad.” However, he left the door open for future opportunities with Minnesota.
“I love the university,” Kill said. “I’ll always be a Gopher. If the university needs my help, I’m a phone call away.”
