The last time University of Wisconsin coach Barry Alvarez had a staff opening – with the departure of longtime defensive coordinator Kevin Cosgrove to Nebraska – Alvarez wanted to fill the vacancy with “the best guy who fit” and someone who could positively impact team chemistry.
The ground rules will likely stay the same now that Alvarez is looking to replace tight ends coach Rob Ianello, who has taken a position on Charlie Weis’ fledgling staff at Notre Dame….His wife, Denise Ianello, another solid recruiter, is a member of Lisa Stone’s women’s basketball staff at Wisconsin.