Saturday February 16, 2013

Wagner: Sources tell us Princeton running backs coach Ben Martin has been hired as the offensive line coach at Wagner. 

Youngstown State: Jamie Bryant has been annouced as Youngstown State's special teams coordinator and assistant linebackers coach. Bryant was the secondary coach at Vanderbilt from 2002-10 and spent the 2011-12 seasons at Houston, the latter as defensive coordinator. 

New Orleans Saints: Michigan State offensive coordinator Dan Roushar is heading to the New Orleans Saints as running backs coach. "It's difficult to leave because it has been quite a ride, but professional opportunities like this are indeed rare," Roushar said in a statement. With the hiring, Bret Ingalls will transition to offensive line coach. 

Texas A&M - Commerce (D-II): Sources tell us West Texas A&M offensive line coach Matt Storm has accepted the offensive coordinator job at Texas A&M - Commerce. 

BYU: Former UTEP receivers coach Guy Holliday will be the new receivers coach at BYU. 

Central Connecticut State: We have learned that special teams coordinator / running backs coach Michael Smith has resigned to accept a position outside of football. We hear that they have filled the position from within.

Navarro College (CC - TX): Sources tell  us that Cy-Ranch HS (TX) defensive coordinator Scott Joseph has been hired as defensive coordinator.

Cam Cameron was introduced as LSU's offensive coordinator today. Check out what he had to say.

Troy: Head coach Larry Blakeney has now officially announced Jim Dye as offensive line coach.

South Carolina: Offensive line coach Shawn Elliott has stated he will not join the staff at Alabama and will remain in Columbia. 

Arizona: We hear that Arizona already has a candidate lined up to fill the grad assistant position that opened up with the promotion of Matt Caponi to safeties coach. 

Alabama: Miami associate head coach / tight ends coach, and former FIU head coach, Mario Cristobal will interview for the offensive line job, according to a report from Miami's 247Sports site.

New Mexico Military: Receivers coach Drew Thatcher will be promoted to offensive coordinator (and will continue working with the receivers) we hear. 

Nevada: Ricky Thomas will coach the corners. Thomas coached at Georgia State in 2012.  

Nebraska: Offensive line coach Barney Cotton is moving to tight ends / run game coordinator and will continue to work with the offensive line; however John Garrison, who was assistant offensive line coach, will now "meet with the offensive line by himself on a more regular basis". 

Pikeville (NAIA - KY): University Of Pikeville, a NAIA School that competes in the Mid-South Conference, is seeking applications for a Defensive Coordinator / Recruiting Coordinator Coach. A bachelor’s degree is required. Defensive coordinator experience is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates that have demonstrated successful coaching and recruiting skills and experience at the collegiate level. Applicants must demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to work with and motivate student athletes. Interested applicants should submit a completed application, resume, three professional references, and a letter of interest by email submission to hr@upike.edu Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will be filled as soon as possible. 

Stanford: Stanford has hired Joe Ashfield and Jarrett Huk as offensive and defensive interns. Ashfield spent two years as a grad assistant at Stanford and spent the last few years at New Mexico Military Institute as offensive coordinator. Jarrett Huk spent the 2012 season as a volunteer on the Stanford staff.

Auburn: Spain Park HS (AL) head coach Chip Lindsey has accepted an off the field role on Gus Malzahn's staff. Lindsey previously coached the quarterbacks for a season at Troy before taking the Spain Park job in 2010.

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Pikeville (NAIA - KY): University Of Pikeville, a NAIA School that competes in the Mid-South Conference, is seeking applications for a Defensive Line Coach. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree with college coaching experience preferred. Applicants must be able to work with students and possess good interpersonal skills. Interested applicants should submit a completed University of Pikeville application, resume, three professional references, and a letter of interest by email submission to hr@upike.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will be filled as soon as possible.

Arizona: Sources tell us grad assistant Matt Caponi will be promoted to safeties coach. You might recall Caponi being one of our initial Grad Assistants of the Day. 

Liberty (FCS): With the retirement of Carl Torbush, Turner Gill has announced that special teams coordinator Josh Bookbinder is shifting to outside linebackers coach. Also, defensive coordinator Robert Wimberly will coach inside linebackers and safeties and Marshall Roberts will continue as recruiting coordinator and coach defensive backs. 

College of Wooster (D-III - OH): The College of Wooster is seeking a linebackers coach / special teams coordinator. This is a full time position with benefits. Duties include, but are not limited to, installation and management of defensive game plans, video breakdown and analysis, participation in the planning of in season and out of season practices, assist in the recruitment of outstanding student athletes, and any other duties assigned by the head coach. Please email cover letter, resume and references to head coach Frank Colaprete fcolaprete@wooster.edu.

Northeastern State (D-II - OK): Sources tell us that Northeastern Oklahoma A&M (CC) running backs coach Bradley Thomas will be the new receivers coach.

Carroll University (D-III - WI): Carroll, located in Waukesha, WI is looking for a part time defensive line coach as well as special teams coach. Interested candidates can email Mark Krzykowski at mkrzykow@carrollu.edu.

Chowan University (D-II - NC): Chowan University (Murfreesboro, NC) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Coach: Corners. This full-time (12-month) position will report to the Head Football Coach and will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the University’s intercollegiate football program. Requirements are as follows: BA/BS degree and 5+ years college coaching experience working with defensive backs. Preferences include experience working with kickers/punters, experience recruiting Southeastern states as well as video breakdown, analysis and editing with Hudl. If interested please forward cover letter, resume and references to PlaceT@Chowan.Edu. No phone calls, please. 

Louisiana Tech: Sources tell us that Kim Dameron has agreed to become defensive coordinator at LA Tech. Dameron served as defensive coordinator at Cornell this past year. 

BYU: Sources tell us Simon Fraser offensive coordinator Jason Beck will be the new quarterbacks coach at BYU. 

Tampa Bay: Sources tell us assistant secondary coach Jeff Hafley has been promoted to secondary - safeties. 

West Virginia: Sources tell us a "national search" is already underway for a new offensive line coach. 

Oklahoma: West Virginia offensive line coach Bill Bedenbaugh has accepted the offensive line job at Oklahoma we have learned. 

East Texas Baptist (D-III): Sources tell us Sul Ross State (D-III - TX) offensive coordinator Scotty Walden has accepted the same position at East Texas Baptist. 

LSU: Cam Cameron has officially been named offensive coordinator. 

Iowa: As we reported Saturday, Iowa has officially announced the hirings of former Colorado wide receivers coach Bobby Kennedy to the same position and former Virginia defensive coordinator Jim Reid as a defensive assistant. The school has also announced that running backs coach Lester Erb has left the staff to pursue other opportunities.

New Tennessee head coach Butch Jones had his players draft each other to hold an offseason-wide Olympics-style competition.

Humboldt State (D-II - CA): Humboldt State University (NCAA Division II) located in Arcata, CA, has an immediate opening for an Offensive Line coach. Position includes coaching, recruiting and camp coordinator responsibilities. Bachelor’s degree and previous experience coaching the offensive line at the collegiate level required. Qualified applicants send letter of application, resume, and references to Rob Smith, Head Football Coach at res44@humboldt.edu. No phone calls please.

Morehead State (FCS): Matt Forrest has been hired as running backs coach. He was Murray State's director of football operations for the past three seasons. The hiring of Andrew Doans as a defensive assistant has also been announced. 

Ohio Northern (D-III - OH): Sources tell us that Andrew Terwilliger has been named recruiting assistant / director of football operations at Ohio Northern.

University of British Columbia: The University of British Columbia is seeking a defensive coordinator. This is a full time position with benefits. We play Canadian Rules football and have a student population of 45,000 up in Vancouver. Please send resumes to head coach Shawn.olson@ubc.ca.

North Carolina: Ron West has officially joined the staff and will carry the title of co-defensive coordinator and linebackers coach.

Midwestern State (D-II - TX): Midwestern State, a NCAA Division II University in the Lone Star Conference, located in Wichita Falls, TX is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Offensive Coordinator / Wide Receivers Coach or Wide Receivers coach as a position coach only. Position includes coaching, recruiting and teaching responsibilities. Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred. College coaching experience preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Email resume to Adam Austin at adam.austin@mwsu.edu. Please no phone calls.

Montreal Alouettes: The Montreal Gazette is reporting that Dan Hawkins will be the new head coach of the Als. 

Purdue: The base salaries of eight of Darrell Hazell's assistants have been released; offensive coordinator John Shoop ($400,000), defensive coordinator Greg Hudson ($395,000), offensive line coach Jim Bollman ($240,000), receivers coach Kevin Sherman ($220,000), secondary coach Jon Heacock ($200,000), tight ends coach / recruiting coordinator Gerad Parker ($130,000), running backs coach Jafar Williams ($120,000), and linebackers coach Marcus Freeman ($120,000). Hazell has yet to officially hire a defensive line coach.

Alabama: Nick Saban has announced Kevin Steele has been added to the administrative staff as director of player personnel and Vigor high school head coach Kerry Stevenson has also joined the staff as director of player development. 

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Seattle Seahawks: Seattle has officially hired Travis Jones to coach their defensive line and Nick Sorensen to serve as a coaching assistant / special teams coach. Jones spent the past five seasons as an assistant defensive line coach with the Saints, and Sorensen spent last season as a volunteer coach at Youngstown State. Also, Dave Canales will be the assistant quarterbacks coach / offensive quality control, Nate Carroll will be an an offensive assistant and Marquand Manuel has been brought on to serve as a defensive assistant.

Lake Forest (D-III - IL): Lake Forest is no longer accepting applicants for their quarterbacks position. Thank you for the overwhelming interest in the position.

McMurry (D-II - TX): Sources tell us quarterbacks coach Chase Holbrook has been named offensive coordinator at McMurry. 

Kansas State: Youngstown State receivers coach Andre Coleman will join the Kansas State staff in the same capacity according to the Wichita Eagle. 

Alabama: UCF offensive line coach Brent Key has interviewed for the offensive line job at Alabama according to both Jeremy Fowler and Chase Goodbread. ESPN's Alex Scarborough reports that Pat Hill and Shawn Elliott are also candidates. A lot of interest in this one. 

North Central (D-III - IL): Head coach John Thorne has hired former Illinois Wesleyan (D-III - IL) defensive coordinator Mike Murray to serve in the same capacity for the Cardinals.

James Madison (FCS - VA): Curt Newsome has now officially joined the staff. Additionally we hear that Hal Mumme is expected to join the staff next week as offensive coordinator. At defensive line, sources tell us former UVA defensive line / recruiting coordinator Jeff Hanson is the lead candidate. 

Detroit Lions: Sources tell us the Lions will likely promote defensive assistant Marcus Robertson to secondary coach.

McMurry (D-II - TX): Sources tell us defensive backs coach Kendall Roberson has been promoted to defensive coordinator. 

Case Western Reserve (D-III - OH): The offensive line position at Case Western will be filled by Mickey Iliano who had served in that capacity from 2001-2011 and then took the 2012 season off due to health concerns. Happy to hear he is back. 

Sam Houston State (FCS): Sam Houston State is looking for an FBS guarantee game in 2014. Available dates are August 30, September 6, and September 20. If interested contact Robby Discher, assistant coach at discher@shsu.edu or 816.809.0580

East Central CC (MS): Sources tell us the following assistants will not return: Blake Frazier (DC / LBs), Webb Hamilton (DBs), Derek Pouncey (DL) and Kyle Watson (OL). 

Hamiton (CFL): Sources tell us Paul Osbaldiston has accepted the assistant special teams coordinator role for Hamilton. 

LaGrange College (D-III - GA): Former Davidson offensive coordinator Matt Mumme has been named offensive coordinator at LaGrange. 

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Villanova (FCS - PA): Villanova University is seeking applications for a video coordinator position. Duties include, but are not limited to capturing and editing film, filming practice, data input, creating highlight films, and any other duties assigned by the head coach. Previous football video experience with XOS encouraged. Bachelor’s degree is required. Compensation will be $10,000 stipend over 12 months with a meal plan included. NO housing included, so Philadelphia area applicants are encouraged. Interested applicants should email resume and references to wildcatfootball@villanova.edu. NO phone calls please. A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions is filled.

Valdosta State: Sources tell us Valdosta State should have a new quarterbacks coach by the end of the week. We hear LSU volunteer administrative assistant Adam Froman is a finalist along with two others. 

New Orleans Saints: Saints beat writer Larry Holder reports that the Saints have Ron Prince, Michigan State offensive coordinator Dan Roushar and former Chiefs assistant Maurice Carthon in to interview this week. 

Case Western Reserve University (D-III - OH): Offensive line coach Michael Murphey has accepted the head coaching position at Revere High School (OH). 

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FIU: Sources tell us former Chicago Bears offensive assistant Andrew Hayes-Stoker will be the new running backs coach at FIU. 

Minnesota Vikings: The team has exercised its fourth year option on head coach Leslie Frazier for the 2014 season. 

New Mexico: Sources tell us FIU running backs coach Apollo Wright is going to take the same position at New Mexico. 

Wyoming: Head coach Dave Christensen announced earlier today that they will use co-offensive coordinators next season. Associate head coach / offensive line / running backs coach Pete Kaligis and run game coordinator / offensive line coach Jim Harding will share the title. Christensen has also decided to take a more active role in the offense and will have some play-calling duties. Also, defensive line coach Matt Rahl will now work as director of recruiting, Brent Vernon will transition from assistant DFO to DFO, and Danilo Robinson move from director of player personnel and recruiting to just director of player personnel.

Denver Broncos: Former Chiefs special teams quality control Derius Swinton has been named assistant special teams coordinator for the Broncos. 

Rutgers: Iowa defensive backs coach Darrell Wilson has joined the Rutgers staff in the same capacity. 

FCS Kennesaw State is officially adding football in 2014 or 2015.

Pittsburgh Steelers: The Steelers have announced the hiring of Richard Mann as receivers coach. 

Memphis: Head coach Justin Fuente has been extended one year (now under contract through the 2017 season). 

UNLV: Bobby Hauck has now officially named his brother Tim defensive coordinator. 

The NCAA Football Rules Committee announced proposed rules changes for the 2013 season. Just enough or too far?

Seattle Seahawks Former NFL defensive back Nick Sorenson has joined the staff as an assistant special teams coach.

Weber State: We have learned that former Montana head coach Robin Pflugrad has accepted the offensive coordinator job at Weber State. We also hear that corners coach Eric Lewis is adding the defensive coordinator title. Offensive line coach Steve Morton has also added the title of associate head coach.  

Texas College (NAIA): Texas College is looking for an opponent for a home game on October 26, 2013. Looking for an NAIA, D-II or D-III opponent. Please contact head coach George Cumby at 903-330-2489.

Wyoming: Sources tell us that offensive grad assistant Nick Danielson has been named tight ends / H backs coach.

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Mississippi State: As expected Billy Gonzales has been named receivers coach. Tim Brewster has moved to tight ends / assistant head coach. Scott Sallach has moved off the field to coordinator of football scouting and safeties coach Tony Hughes has also added the title of assistant head coach. 

Kennesaw State: Kennesaw State will announce plans to start their football program tomorrow.

Philadelphia Eagles: Former San Francisco director of player personnel Tom Gamble has been hired to serve as the Eagles vice president of player personnel.

College of Wooster (D-III - OH): Sources tell us that Villanova offensive assistant Ian Mitchell has accepted the offensive coordinator job.

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Franklin College (D-III - IN): Head coach Mike Leonard has promoted Matt Theobald to assistant head coach and inside linebacker coach Aarik Gault has been promoted to defensive coordinator. Theobald will also coordinate recruiting and strength and conditioning.

Saskatchewan Roughriders: The Roughriders have announced the additions of Bob Dyce (special teams coordinator), Doug Malone (offensive line coach), and Todd Howard (defensive line coach).

Liberty: Assistant head coach / linebackers coach Carl Torbush has decided to retire.

Wisconsin: Former Illinois co-offensive coordinator Chris Beatty will be the new receivers coach at Wisconsin according to a report from Tom Mulhern of the Wisconsin State Journal. 

St. Louis Rams: The Rams plan to hire Detroit Lions defensive backs coach Tim Walton as their defensive coordinator, according to Adam Schefter.

Northwestern State (FCS - LA): Former defensive coordinator Brad Laird will be named head coach at his alma mater Ruston HS (LA). He is currently serving as the director of university advancement at Northwestern State.

Mississippi State: With Bill Gonzales coming on board, sources tell us Tim Brewster will move to tight ends / special teams and Scott Sallach will move to an off the field role. 

Gardner-Webb (FCS - NC): Sources tell us that Randall McCray will join the staff as defensive coordinator / safeties. Joining from North Greenville include Brett Hickman (OLB / STC), Rocco Adrian (corners), Isaac Mooring (DL), Brett Nichols (QBs), LaDonta Harris (WRs) and Kenny Ray (OL / AHC). 

Oklahoma: Tight ends / tackles coach Bruce Kittle has been let go as well. 

Georgia: The school has approved a raise for Mark Richt, moving his salary from $2.8 million to $3.2 million, and also extended his contract by one year through 2017. 

Santa Monica College: Sources tell us Narbonne high school offensive coordinator Tim Kaub will join the Santa Monica staff as offensive coordinator. 

Purdue: Kevin Maurice has been retained as assistant recruiting coordinator. 

Ohio State: The offensive intern position posted earlier today has been filled. The Ohio State University thanks all of you for your interest in the position. 

Middle Tennessee: Rick Stockstill has added former Murray State tackles coach Mike Polly as running backs coach. 

Oklahoma: Sooner Scoop is reporting that defensive line coach Jackie Shipp has been let go and that West Virginia offensive line coach Bill Bedenbaugh will be hired to fill the offensive line opening. Sources tell us Shipp will not return. On Bedenbaugh, we've heard he's a guy Stoops wants; but we can't confirm at this time that he has accepted the job. Update: Multiple outlets are now reporting offensive tackles/tight ends coach Bruce Kittle has also been let go. 

Maine Maritime Academy (D-III): MMA Currently has immediate Intern Positions available. The successful candidates will possess previous college playing and/or coaching experience. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting in practice and game planning, video breakdown and analysis with DVSport and Hudl, recruiting, academic oversight, and positional skill work. This position begins immediately with the expectation of returning for the fall season. Positions begin as soon as possible and include Housing, Meals and stipend. If interested please send Resume, Cover Letter, and References to personnel@mma.edu.

Mississippi State: Former Illinois co-offensive coordinator Billy Gonzales will join the Mississippi State staff according to Brandon Marcello of the Clarion Ledger. 

Assumption College (D-II - MA): We hear Endicott College (D-III - MA) tight ends coach (and former Fitchburg head coach) Paul McGoneagle will be the new offensive coordinator at Assumption. 

North Texas: Sources tell us Oklahoma defensive grad assistant Ryan Walters will join the North Texas staff as corners coach. 

Ohio State: The Ohio State University has an unpaid internship available to aspiring coaches working on offense. Interested applicants please email coachk88@yahoo.com for further information. Update> This position has been filled. 

Dakota State (NAIA - SD): Dakota State University is taking applications for an Offensive Football Graduate Assistant- TE or WR Coach. Primary responsibilities include coaching the TE or WR group, recruiting, coordinating all video as it applies to practice, games and highlights, and other duties as assigned. Bachelor’s degree and admission to one of Dakota State University graduate programs is required. Any applicants should have a 3.25 undergraduate GPA and must take the GRE. Tuition assistance for graduate school and a monthly stipend. Please send a cover letter, resume, an unofficial copy of college transcripts, and a reference list to: Kenny Hayes Defensive Coordinator at ken.hayes@dsu.edu

Arizona: Sources tell us Fordham director of football operations Andrew Warsaw will join the staff as operations coordinator. 

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South Dakota School of Mines (D-II): Sources tell us that Linebackers coach Rafael Tolentino has left the program to accept a defensive assistant position at Culver-Stockton (NAIA - MO).

Bryant University (FCS): We have learned Elmhurst College (D-III - IL) offensive line coach Ron Tyner has accepted the offensive line job at Bryant.

Centre College (D-III - KY): Centre College is needing a home and home scenario for Sept. 13, 2014 and Sept. 12, 2015. The 2015 game has to be played at Centre and we need to play it at night against a D-III opponent. The 2014 game can be an away game for us. We are also looking to fill Sept. 10, 2016. If interested please call offensive coordinator Tony White at (859) 238-5450

Northeastern Oklahoma A&M (CC): We have learned that defensive coordinator James Cheatham is stepping down to become the athletic director and head coach at Miami HS (OK)

Arkansas: Fayetteville HS (AR) defensive coordinator Brian Early has accepted the defensive quality control job on Bret Bielema's staff.

Warner University (NAIA): Warner University of Lake Wales, Florida is beginning our initial campaign as a program at the NAIA level this coming 2013 season. We have 2 open dates we are searching to fill; September 21st, and October 5th, 2013. We are seeking any D1 or lower opponent - we will to travel to your site. We would prefer home and home, but a 1 year deal will be accepted for fair terms of contract. If interested, please contact Kyle Lingerfelt 615-335-5514 or email him at kyle.lingerfelt@warner.edu.

Blinn College (CC - TX): Blinn College is a junior college in Brenham, Texas t.hat plays in the Southwest Junior College Conference. We are looking for a game on August 31, 2013 or September 28^th, 2013. Blinn is interested in playing another Junior College, NAIA or Division III school and is willing to travel for the game. If interested, please contact head coach Ronny Feldman at ronny.feldman@blinn.edu