Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson, whose 189 career wins rank fourth among active FBS coaches, will retire after this season, the school announced Wednesday.
"After 40 years of coaching, it's time to take a break," Johnson, who is wrapping up his 11th season with the Yellow Jackets, said in a statement. "My family has sacrificed a lot over the years. I want to watch my daughter perform [as a professional opera singer] and do some things with my wife that we've never had a chance to do.
"It's been a great run for the last 11 years here on The Flats. I'm proud of what we've accomplished and am looking forward to having the chance to coach this team one last time at our bowl game next month."