When Jonathan Smith was hired into Michigan State football late last calendar year, a lot of Spartan fans were excited to see a new staff. That is, a new staff with an exception: everyone, from the recruits (Nick Marsh) to the fans to the players wanted Courtney Hawkins to reprise his role as the receivers coach. After a nerve-wracking few days, Coach Hawk was kept in East Lansing, to the relief of all involved.
Source: Spartan Shadows