Undefeated Houston is Excelling Thanks to Tom Herman's Refusal to Give "Ass-Out" Hugs

Tom Herman’s Houston Cougars are 10-0 and on track for a New Year’s Six bowl. He’s exceeded expectations and will be one of the most sought-after coaches to fill vacant positions in the near future.

In addition to all that, he can give a good quote.

Herman spoke about the touchy-feely feeling that permeates the football program — which includes kissing the foreheads of offensive lineman– during his weekly press conference on Monday. The takeaway? Herman hugs like he means it.

"“It’s not, ‘Yo, love you dog, love,’ [he said]. “That’s not the word we’re talking about. ‘Love you, bro.’ That ain’t it. It’s kiss you on the cheek, squeeze you real tight, say you-have-my-heart-in-your-hands love, brother. Not, ‘Love you, bro or dog, with the one-handed … what did Vince Vaughn say? Ass-out hug. You know? We’re not into that around here.”"

You can see why this guy would be popular on the recruiting trail. Who is going to turn down four years of free hugs?

[Houston Chronicle]