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2012-2013 Head Coaching Changes

Montana: Former (2005-2011) Weber State special teams coordinator / co-defensive coordinator Jake Cookus has been named safeties coach at Montana. Look for a few more additions to the Montana staff later this week. 

Texas Tech: Iowa offensive grad assistant David Raih has accepted a high school relations position at Texas Tech per Tom Dienhart. 

South Florida: David Reaves will join the staff as receivers coach per Greg Auman. Reaves worked at the IMG academy this past season. 

Northwestern State (FCS - LA): Sources tell us Ouachita Baptist (D-II - AR) defensive coordinator Shep Campbell will join the Northwestern State staff as linebackers coach. 

Fayetteville State (D-II - NC): Former Florida A&M offensive coordinator Lawrence Kershaw will be the new head coach at Fayetteville State per a release from the University. 

Charleston Southern (FCS - NC): Delta State (D-II) head coach Jamey Chadwell will be the new head coach at Charleston Southern

Point University (GA): Sources tell us that offensive coordinator / offensive line coach Travis Everhart will not be retained.

BYU: Sources tell us (and other local Utah outlets are reporting the same) that Utah passing game coordinator / receivers coach Aaron Roderick will join the BYU staff. 

Fort Lewis College (D-II - CO): John L. Smith will become the next head coach, effective March 1. Defensive coordinator Ed Rifilato will continue the day to day activities until Smith arrives on campus.

Moravian: Moravian is no longer accepting applications for the offensive coordinator job. We appreciate all of the interest.

Montana Tech (NAIA): Sources tell us that Corey Fipps is the new offensive coordinator.

USC: USCFootball.com is reporting that former Cal defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast is close to being named defensive coordinator for the Trojans.

Georgia State: Sources tell us that Tennessee-Chattanooga running backs coach Thomas Brown will join the staff at Georgia State.

Virginia State: Monticello HS (VA) head coach Rodney Redd has been added to the staff and will coach the secondary.

Philadelphia Eagles: Chip Kelly has accepted the Eagles' head job per Chris Mortensen. Update> Sources close to the situation confirm to us. Further Update> The Eagles have now confirmed the hire. 

Hutchinson CC (KS): Sources tell us Ellsworth CC head coach Josh Gooch will be the new offensive coordinator at Hutchinson. We hear he's bringing a number of his staff as well. Will update. 

Arkansas: Sources tell us Hutchinson CC offensive coordinator Tommy Mangino will join the Arkansas staff as an offensive grad assistant working with the quarterbacks. 

Chicago Bears: The Bears have added Dallas special teams coordinator Joe DeCamillis to the staff.

Northwestern State: Head coach Jay Thomas has officially announced the additions of offensive coordinator Robby Brown, and defensive coordinator Chris Boone.

Hargrave Military Academy (post-grad - VA): Will no longer be accepting applications or phone calls for our open positions. Thank You to all who have applied.

Middle Tennessee: Sources tell us that Marshall offensive centers/guards coach Geep Wade will join Stock's staff. 

Alabama State: Sources tell us that Noxubee HS (MS) defensive coordinator George Richardson will be the defensive grad assistant and will work with the secondary.

Huntingdon College (D-III - AL): Athletic director Buzz Phillips has stepped down, effective immediately.

Kansas City Chiefs: Gary Gibbs has joined the staff and will coach the linebackers and Emmitt Thomas will coach the defensive backs. Also, Eugene Chung has been added as the assistant offensive line coach.

TCU: Former Auburn running backs coach Curtis Luper will join the TCU staff per a report from the Star-Telegram. 

Kansas City Chiefs: Jaguars offensive line coach Andy Heck will take the same position with the Chiefs per Alex Marvez of FoxSports.

Purdue: Sources tell us former New York Jets quarterbacks coach Matt Cavanaugh is a strong candidate for the Purdue offensive coordinator role. 

Langston University (NAIA - OK): Langston is looking to fill an open date on one of the following dates: August 31, September 7 or October 5, 2013. Please contact offensive coordinator Darryl Mason at 337.258.5854 or dmason1027@aol.com 

Illinois: Sources tell us Chargers offensive line coach Mike Sullivan has been offered the Illinois offensive line job. Sullivan however has also recently interviewed with the Browns and is considering other options. We'll keep you posted. 

Chicago Bears: Adam Schefter is reporting that former Saints interim head coach Aaron Kromer has accepted the offensive coordinator / offensive line job.

Virginia Tech: Sources tell us that Stanford offensive intern Aaron Moorehead has accepted the wide receivers job.

Georgia Tech: Mike Pelton has joined the staff as defensive line coach.

Chicago Bears: The Bears have announced that Marc Trestman will be the next head coach of the franchise. Trestman has spent 17 years in the NFL as a coordinator and assistant coach and had spent the past five seasons with the Montreal Alouettes.

Catawba College (D-II -NC): Former assistant head coach John Fitz has accepted the head coaching job at J.M. Robinson HS (NC).

Lackawanna College (JUCO - PA): Lackawanna College is seeking applicants for the positions of Offensive Line Coach, Defensive Line Coach, and Defensive Intern / Equipment Manager. These are 10 month stipend positions. No housing and limited meals. Potential candidates for Defensive Line and Defensive Intern positions should provide a resume with references and cover letter addressed to Bill Reiss via email at reissb@lackawanna.edu, and potential candidates for the Offensive Line position should provide a resume with references and cover letter addressed Josh Pardini via email at jpak507@gmail.com: No phone calls please.

Florida Tech (D-II): We are looking for a game Nov 16th 2013. Anyone interested can contact head coach Steve Englehart at steveenglehart@fit.edu 

Presentation College (D-III - SD): Presentation College, NCAA Division III Independent, has the following open dates for the 2013 season: Aug 31 & Oct 19. Please contact Head Coach Andy Carr Andrew.carr@presentation.edu to discuss scheduling options if interested. Presentation College is located in Aberdeen, SD. 

Jireh Prep Academy (NC): Hargrave Military Academy's Post Graduate Co-Defensive Coordinator Scott McConnell has accepted the Defensive Coordinator / Recruiting Coordinator job at Jireh Prep.

 




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Former Steelers defensive backs coach (also coached at Ohio State, Navy, Toledo and with the Patriots) Dick Walker died today. Please keep his family in your thoughts. 

San Jose State: Sources tell us Ron Caragher has finalized the final two coaches on his staff. We are told that former Cal associate head coach / recruiting coordinator / linebackers coach Kenwick Thompson will serve as defensive coordinator and we also hear that Northern Colorado defensive line / special teams coordinator James Jones will join the staff as defensive line coach. 

James Madison: Virginia Tech guards / centers coach Curt Newsome will join Mickey Mathews' staff at JMU as assistant head coach / offensive line per sources. The Richmond Times Dispatch reported the same earlier as well. 

Denver Broncos: Defensive backs coach Ron Milus' contract will not be renewed according to the Denver Post. Defensive quality control Cory Undlin has been promoted to fill the position. 

BYU: The school has announced the hiring of Garett Tujague and Mark Atuaia as offensive assistants. Tujague spent the past six seasons as the head coach of College of the Canyons (CA), and Atuaia had been serving as an assistant to the athletic director for student services at BYU.

Arkansas: Arkansas has announced the hiring of former Razorback Barry Lunney, Jr., as tight ends coach. He previously worked as the assistant head coach and offensive coordinator at Bentonville HS (AR). 

UNLV: Sources tell us Cleveland Browns secondary coach Tim Hauck has been offered to join his brother's staff at UNLV as defensive coordinator. He is under contract with the Browns at this time. 

Oregon State: Mike Riley has promoted defensive grad assistant Trent Bray to linebackers coach. Tight ends coach Jay Locey will move to assistant to the head coach (off the field). Tight ends will be covered by the other offensive coaches and a grad assistant. 

Western Carolina (FCS): Sources tell us that Carson Newman (D-II - TN) running backs coach De'Rail Sims will join the Western Carolina staff as running backs coach. 

BYU: Sources tell us the Ben Cahoon (receivers) and Joe Dupaix (RBs) will not return to the staff. 

Wingate University (D-II - NC): Wingate is looking to fill open dates for September 7, 2013 and September 6, 2014.  Home and home contract.  First game can be either place. Please contact head coach Joe Reich at reich@wingate.edu 

Buffalo Bills: Doug Marrone has announced ten members of his staff. Eric Ciano (head strength & conditioning), Donnie Henderson (DBs), Jim O'Neil (LBs), Chuck Driesbach (LBs), Tyrone Wheatley (RBs), Greg Adkins (TEs), Anthony Weaver (DL), Brian Fleury (DQC), Samson Brown (asst DBs) and Jason Rebrovich (DQC). 

Florida State: Billy Napier's contract is $275,000 per year for two years. Randy Sanders will earn $225,000 in year one and $325,000 in year two. 

Kansas City Chiefs: Chicago Bears special teams coordinator Dave Toub will join the staff at Kansas City per sources. 

Arizona: Former Cal offensive coordinator / offensive line coach Jim Michalczik will join Rich Rod's staff as offensive line coach. 

Chicago Bears: Special teams coordinator Dave Toub will not return to the team. Have seen reports that he's expected to land in Kansas City. Will keep you updated. 

UConn: Former Cincinnati receivers coach TJ Wiest has been named offensive coordinator / receivers coach at UConn. George DeLeone's title will shift to associate head coach / offensive line. 

Nevada: Sources tell us that Ron Hudson will be the new offensive line coach at Nevada. 

Moravian College (D-III - PA): Moravian College is currently seeking applications for a Full-Time Assistant Football Coach – Offensive Coordinator. The position requires a BA/BS and 3-5 years of coaching experience. Prior Coordinator experience is preferred. Primary responsibilities include identification and recruitment of athletically and academically qualified student-athletes and coordination of the offense as well as assisting Head Coach in all facets of the program. Other duties may be assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director. Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to football@moravian.edu. NO PHONE CALLS.

Florida State: Jimbo has now officially announced Randy Sanders as running backs coach and Billy Napier as tight ends / recruiting coordinator. 

Nevada: We hear both Ron Hudson (see below) and Portland State offensive line coach Brad Davis interviewed this past weekend for the offensive line job at Nevada. 

Carthage College (D-III - WI): Former College of Wooster defensive coordinator Kyle Rooker has accepted the offensive line / offensive coordinator position at Carthage.

UMass: Sources tell us offensive line coach Ron Hudson is leaving to pursue other opportunities. 

UNC-Pembroke (D-II): UNC-Pembroke is looking to hire a fulltime Defensive Line Coach. Master’s degree in P.E. / Health / Recreation required. Please send resumes to Defensive Coordinator shane.richardson@uncp.edu

Tusculum College: Teddy Gaines has joined the staff and will serve as the defensive pass game coordinator and defensive backs coach. Gaines spent last season at Maryville College as the defensive backs coach / special teams coordinator.

Monroe College (JC - NY): Monroe College Football is seeking applicants for the position of Equipment Manager. This is a seasonal position, with salary and compensation based on experience. Monroe College is a member of the Northeast Football Conference and is located in New Rochelle, NY. Potential candidates should provide a resume with references and cover letter addressed to Head Coach Terry Karg via email at: tkarg@monroecollege.edu. No phone calls please.

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Arkansas: Multiple outlets are reporting that receivers coach George McDonald has resigned. Sources tell us he will join the Syracuse staff as offensive coordinator. 

University of Chicago: The University of Chicago is looking for a game(s) on October 12, 2013 & October 11, 2014. Prefer home in 2013, but flexible. Contact head coach Dick Maloney at rmaloney@uchicago.edu or call 1.773.702.9035.

San Diego Chargers: Denver offensive coordinator Mike McCoy will be the next head coach of the Chargers per multiple reports. 

UConn: Sources tell us to look for two new additions to the staff soon enough. Will update...

Millikin (D-III - IL): Millikin University is accepting nominations and applications for a Assistant Football Coach Intern. Millikin University is a four-year undergraduate university with 2,300 full-time students enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Fine Arts, College of Professional Studies, and Tabor School of Business. This internship is designed as a ten month educational experience and is designed to give an individual with an interest in coaching the opportunity to hone his or her skill development and coaching ability in one or more position areas. The appointment is for one year, with a possible one year renewal. Pursuing a graduate degree at a nearby university may be possible. You may view a complete position description at www.millikin.edu/employment. Applicants should complete an online application at www.millikin.edu/employment. Please attach a cover letter and resume with your application. 

San Diego Chargers: Jason La Canfora is reporting that the Chargers are nearing a deal to make Denver offensive coordinator Mike McCoy their new head coach and a deal should be finalized today.

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Tennessee-Chattanooga: Former James Madison offensive coordinator Jeff Durden has accepted the offensive coordinator job.

Buffalo Bills: The New York Daily News is reporting that the Bills have hired Anthony Weaver, former Jets assistant defensive line coach, to coach the defensive line.

Concordia-Chicago (IL): Sources tell us that former Saginaw Valley State head coach Randy Awrey has accepted the head coaching job. Awrey also previously served as defensive coordinator at Northern Michigan and Marietta College.

Clark-Atlanta (D-II - GA): Sources tell us that Berrien County HS (GA) head coach Rob Armstrong will join the staff.

Western Carolina: Sources tell us Charleston Southern defensive coordinator Shawn Quinn will join the Western Carolina staff in the same capacity. 

Nicholls State (FCS - LA): Nicholls State needs a home game for the 2013 Season. Available date is Saturday, September 28th. If interested, please contact Associate Head Coach, Chuck Hepola at 985-448-4796 or via email at chuck.hepola@nicholls.edu

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Bacone College (NAIA - OK): Bacone, Located in Muskogee, OK, is looking for a game Sept 14th, 2013. Please e-mail head coach Trevor Rubly at rublyt@bacone.edu.

Hargrave Military Academy (Post-grad - VA): The Post Graduate Team is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Football Coach/Post Grad Admissions Counselor (Full-Time). The position will be for an Offensive position coach with possible coordinating opportunities. Position will be responsible for coaching position group, putting together a practice plan daily with the head coach, recruiting for a prestigious post graduate prep school, breaking down transcripts in compliance with the NCAA, and knowing up to date recruiting standards and rules. Please forward resume to Head Coach Troy Davis at davist@hargrave.edu or call 434-548-2993. Position will start immediately, and is an equal opportunity position.

Hargrave Military Academy (Post-grad - VA): The Post Graduate Team is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Football Coach (2 Interns available). These positions are open to both offensive & defensive positions. Position includes working a specific position during practice and games, breaking down opponent film, recruiting for a prestigious post graduate prep school, breaking down transcripts in compliance with the NCAA, and knowing up to date recruiting standards and rules. . Please forward resume to Head Coach Troy Davis at davist@hargrave.edu or call 434-548-2993. Possible immediate start date.

 

 

 




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Houston: David Gibbs has been hired as defensive coordinator per Joseph Duarte of the Houston Chronicle (we have confirmed). Gibbs was the Texans secondary coach in '09 & '10 and previously served as Auburn's DC in 2005 and as Minnesota's from '97-2000....nine total years NFL experience. 

Atlanta Falcons' Four Verticals: Offensive Coordinator Dirk Koetter revealed in an exclusive interview with X&O Labs why he considers four verticals a horizontal concept; why he prefers stops instead of comebacks; how varying routes for the single back can make him the most important receiver in the package; plus much more!  Get this exclusive interview with Dirk Koetter - click here!

Tuscullum College (D-II - TN): We hear linebackers / special teams coordinator Tim Tobin will also take on the role of head strength and conditioning coach. 

Philadelphia Eagles: Seahawks defensive coordinator Gus Bradley will interview for a second time tomorrow. 

Indianapolis Colts: Multiple reports have the Colts making Jimmy Raye their vice president of football operations. 

Chicago Bears: Multiple reports out there state that Marc Trestman and Darrell Bevell are the two finalists for the head job. We have also seen a report that Bruce Arians is still in it. We'll keep you posted. 

Syracuse: Sources tell us Elmhurst (D-III - IL) head coach Tim Lester will join the Syracuse staff as quarterbacks coach. 

Virginia Tech: Former Auburn offensive coordinator Scot Loeffler will join the staff as offensive coordinator per Bruce Feldman. 

Illinois: Bill Cubit has now officially been named offensive coordinator and Billy Gonzales has shifted to receivers (previously co-offensive coordinator as well).

Detroit Lions: The Lions have announced that Curtis Modkins (previously offensive coordinator / running backs coach with the Bills) has joined the staff and will coach the running backs, Bobby Johnson (from the Jacksonville Jaguars) will coach the tight ends, and Tim Lappano will move from tight ends to receivers while assistant offensive line coach Jeremiah Washburn will serve as offensive line coach. Also, special teams coordinator Danny  Crossman will not return.

Fort Valley State (D-II - GA): Ft. Valley State University has the following open dates: October 19 and October 26. Looking for any D-II or FCS opponents. Will consider home or away games. Contact Head Football Coach Don Pittman at 229-869-3544

New Mexico: Angelo State defensive backs coach (grad asst) Justin Richter has accepted a grad assistant position at New Mexico we hear. 

College of the Desert (JC - CA): College of the Desert has some position open on the defensive side of the ball. Positions are stipend only with possible adjunct teaching for candidates with a master’s degree. Please send resume to head coach Dean Dowty at ddowty@collegeofthedesert.edu

College of DuPage (JC - IL): Offensive coordinator Pat Arthurs has been promoted to interim head coach. Athletic director Paul Zakowski is leading a national search for a new head coach. Applicants should mail a cover letter, resume and referneces to College of DuPage, Director of Athletics Paul Zakowski - 425 Fawell Blvd. Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. 

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Allegheny College: Allegheny College is no longer accepting applications for their open positions.

Florida State: We told you last week; but adding position, Randy Sanders will coach the running backs at FSU.

Western Illinois: Quick recap of head coach Bob Nielson's hires; Matt Entz (associate head coach / defensive line), Steve Crutchley (assistant head coach / running backs coach / recruiting coordinator), Ted Schlafke (quarterbacks / pass game coordinator), A.J. Blazek (offensive line / run game coordinator), Tyler Yelk (defensive backs / special teams coordinator), Atiba Bradley (linebackers). Also, Brian Ward (defensive coordinator) and Kevin Palermo (defensive assistant) will return to the staff.

Philadelphia Eagles: Ken Whisenhunt interviewed for the head coaching job today, the Eagles announced. They will also interview Jay Gruden today. 

Dubuque (D-III - IA): Former Luther College (IA) head coach Mike Durnin has joined the staff as assistant head coach.

Ball State: Sources tell us the safeties job is open.

San Jose State: Sources tell us that Washington grad assistant / corners coach Donte Williams has accepted the defensive backs job.

Army: Defensive tackles coach Clarence Holmes will not return. Slotbacks coach Tucker Waugh will move to receivers and receivers coach Andy Guyader moves to recruiting coordinator. Bob Caldwell reports that Wayne Moses is likely to join the staff as running backs coach. 

Southwest Minnesota State: Sources tell us that Grant Murray, from Millikin University, has joined the staff and will coach the tight ends. Shane LaDage, who coached the tight ends previously, will move to receivers.

New England Patriots: Bill Belichick has announced that Brian Daboll will be re-joining the Patriots staff. Daboll was the offensive coordinator in Kansas City last season.

Wilmington College (D-III - OH): Former Cincinnati assistant coach Greg Forest has been brought on staff to serve as offensive coordinator. Forest spent the past two seasons at Buffalo State as offensive coordinator.

Troy: Sources tell us that Rutgers defensive quality control coach Harland Bower has accepted the defensive grad assistant spot.

LA Tech: Sources tell us Ronnie Bradford will join the staff coaching the defensive backs and special teams. 

UW-Stevens Point (DIII - WI): Stevens Point is looking for a game Week 1, Sept. 7th in 2013.  Also have openings in 2015, 2016 & 2017. Please contact Head Coach Tom Journell – Tom.Journell@uwsp.edu

Montana State (FCS): Montana State is looking to start a home and home series 8-29-2013 (Thursday night) at home and would travel on 8-30-14 or 9-6-14.  Please email ddavies@msubobcats.com if at all interested to will discuss other possible dates and details such as rooms and/or guarantees.

Moravian College (D-III - PA): Sources tell us that Dan Csencsitz has resigned as offensive coordinator.

Baldwin Wallace (D-III - OH): We hear Baldwin Wallace has a full time offensive line opening.

Bethany College (NAIA - KS): Bethany College is seeking applicants for their head coaching position. The initial application should include a letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references and be submitted to Director of HR Jo Ann Mattison mattisonj@bethanylb.edu  in Microsoft Word or by mail  to ATTN: Jo Ann Mattison, HR at Bethany College, 335 E. Swensson, Lindsborg, KS  67456; (785) 227-3380 x8115 or fax 785-227-2004

Concordia University (D-II - MN): Sources tell us Todd Strop has accepted a position the staff at Concordia.  

Purdue: Dave Biddle is reporting that Jim Bollman will join the staff as offensive line coach. Bollman spent last season with Boston College as the offensive line coach / run game coordinator.

Philadelphia Eagles: The Eagles will interview Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Jay Gruden today, according to multiple media outlets.

San Diego Chargers: Multiple outlets are reporting that the Chargers will interview Broncos offensive coordinator Mike McCoy today. 




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Indiana State: Sources tell us Willamette offensive coordinator Brian Sheppard will join the Indiana State staff as offensive coordinator / quarterbacks. 

Buffalo Bills: Sources tell us that Jim O'Neil will be the Bills linebackers coach. O'Neil has coached for the New York Jets the past few seasons. We also hear Chuck Driesbach will be part of the staff. 

Texas Tech: A&M linebackers coach Matt Wallerstedt has accepted the defensive coordinator position at Texas Tech. 

North Texas: North Texas athletics confirmed last night that Tommy Perry (South Alabama) is being brought in as special teams coordinator. 

Hendrix College (D-III - AR): Sources tell us Jesuit College Prep (Dallas, TX) linebackers coach Reed Heim has accepted the defensive coordinator role at Hendrix. 

Prairie View A&M (FCS - TX): Sources tell us defensive coordinator John Pearce will not return. 

Kansas City Chiefs: Green Bay Packers director of football operations John Dorsey has been named general manager of the Chiefs. 

Temple: Sources tell us Eastern Michigan defensive coordinator Phil Snow will join Matt Rhule's staff at Temple. 

Texas: Sources tell us Middle Tennessee defensive grad assistant Adam Herring has accepted the same role at the University of Texas. 

FIU: Sources tell us running backs coach Apollo Wright has been retained. We also hear that tight ends coach / recruiting coordinator Dennis Smith was offered an off the field position but declined. Sources tell us Smith has agreed to remain with the staff through signing day (class move). We also hear Joey Corey has been hired as director of football operations. 

Oklahoma State: Mike Gundy tweeted this morning that they have hired Joe Bob Clements from Kansas State as defensive line coach. 

West Virginia: Sources tell us former WVU receiver Tyler Urban is returning as an offensive grad assistant / quality control. 

UTSA: Sources tell us UTSA corners coach Nathaniel Jones has accepted the head coaching position at Edna Karr high school in New Orleans. 




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Wyoming: Sources tell us Brian Michalowski is headed to Wyoming as the defensive graduate assistant. Michalowski previously worked as a GA/quality control assistant at Arizona State.

Arizona State: We hear there are no GA spots available at Arizona State, as sources tell us Aaron Pflugrad is moving to an offensive graduate assistant position. 

Virginia: Larry Lewis has been hired as Virginia's special teams coordinator according to Brad Franklin of CavsCorner.com. Lewis was special teams coordinator at Nevada. 

Florida International: Sources tell us former UTEP defensive line/associate head coach Andre Patterson will join the FIU staff in the same capacity. 

Notre Dame: Brian Kelly has issued a statement saying that he will remain at Notre Dame. 

UAB: Sources tell us Western Kentucky defensive line coach Kevin Peoples (formerly at Arkansas) has taken the same position at UAB. 

Northern Illinois: Sources tell us North Dakota State tight ends/fullbacks and special teams coordinator Tim Polasek is headed to Northern Illinois to coach tight ends/fullbacks. 

Washington State: Sources tell us former Missouri offensive coordinator Dave Yost is joining Mike Leach's staff as wide receivers coach. 

West Virginia: Dana Holgorsen is hiring Lonnie Galloway as wide receivers coach according to Bruce Feldman. Galloway worked at WVU from 2008-10 and spent the past two seasons at Wake Forest. With the hiring, Shannon Dawson will move to quarterbacks coach. 

UAB: Sources tell us tight ends coach Richard Owens will be promoted to offensive coordinator. 

Point University (NAIA - GA): Sources tell us that Jarred Rutherford will join the staff as an offensive assistant and will likely work with the quarterbacks.

Northern Illinois: Sources tell us that Roy Manning is the new running backs coach.

Tennessee Tech: Sources tell us that Tre Lamb, who just finished his playing career at Tech, has been hired as a grad assistant.