Mangino removed his name from contention by eating it.
Mangino removed his name from contention when his chin accidently dragged across the paper like an eraser.
Mangino removed his name from contention because he learned that contention wasn't a fancy term for buffet line.
Mangino removed his name from contention, but nominated Bill Self.
Mangino removed his name from contention because he found that Miami was looking for a head coach.
Mangino removed his name from contention and promptly replaced it in his fruit-of-the-looms just like his mother told him to do.
Mangino removed his name from contention due to a lack of institutional control.
Mangino removed his name from contention because of that whole "whale washed up on a beach" phobia of his.
Mangino removed his name from contention when he learned the Hurricanes weren't fruity rum drinks adorned with little umbrellas.
Mangino removed his name from contention when he realized Miami U school colors precluded the use of red knee-high socks for the football uniforms.
Mangino removed his name from contention because he thought the pay would be better if he held out until next season.
Mangino removed his name from contention because he's been intensely busy with 2006 bowl preparations.
Mangino removed his name from contention because Miami assistant coaches wouldn't help him with the job application.