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2024 NFL & College - Head coaching changes
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Ball Tonight: Three games tonight, including the debut College Football Playoff game. First up is Ohio against Jacksonville State (12pm EST on ESPN), then Tulane against Florida (3:30pm EST on ESPN2) and at night we get Indiana at Notre Dame (8pm EST on ABC / ESPN).
UCF: Mike Dawson is joining the staff as defensive run game coordinator / edge coach. Dawson, who previously coached at UCF and Nebraska with Scott Frost, was on staff at Kansas this past season as an analyst.
Olivet (D-III - MI): Ten days after his resignation at Muskingum (D-III - OH) as head coach, where the school's release noted plans to "return home to Michigan," Erik Ieuter has accepted the head coaching job.
Rice: Scott Abell has announced the addition of eight coaches to his staff (many of which we have already written about), four of which he previously worked with at Davidson (FCS - NC). Those coaches are; Vince Munch (OC / OL), Jon Kay (DC / LBs), Porter Abell (pass game coordinator / QBs), Austin Eisenhofer (run game coordinator / inside WRs), Kerry Cooks (safeties), Mark Hogan (OLBs / STC), Adrian Mayes (RBs), Jeremy Modkins (CBs), Nick Decker (chief of staff), Steven Jackson (GM) and Lew Caralla (head S&C).
Elizabeth City State (D-II - NC): Shaw (D-II - NC) head coach Adrian Jones is the new head coach.
UCLA: After seven seasons on staff at his alma mater Cal, Burl Toler III has joined the Bruins staff as pass game coordinator and wide receivers coach. Toler will also serve as recruiting coordinator for UCLA as well.
Stetson (FCS - FL): Stetson has now announced this hire.
Fayetteville State (D-II - NC): Defensive line coach Eric Morris has stepped down to pursue other opportunities source shares.
Colorado State: Sources tell FootballScoop Jay Norvell is targeting Western Kentucky defensive coordinator Tyson Summers to take over the defense for his Rams.
Stetson (FCS - FL): Sources tell FootballScoop Bethel University (NAIA - TN) head coach Mike Jasper is set to become head coach at Stetson.
Marietta (D-III - OH): Marietta is looking to hire a new head coach. Qualifications: self-motivation, strong work ethic, effective oral and written communicator, strong sense of self and empathy to work with and learn from others; strong leadership skills for both players and assistants; proven ability to work in a diverse environment of faculty, staff and administrators where needs and interests vary greatly; Bachelor's degree, master's preferred in areas related to physical education and/or athletic administration; 3 to 5 years of experience in coaching college football; proven ability to identify, recruit and yield student-athletes to a selective liberal arts college; sport specific knowledge in all positions; proven ability to work in a team environment; certified in CPR/AED; certifiable to drive for College business. Salary: $82,875 - $95,000. If interested, please apply via this link.
Stephen F. Austin (FCS - TX): SFA is currently looking for 3 volunteer assistants (1 offense / 1 defense / 1 special teams). Job responsibilities would include but are not limited to film breakdown, helping with all aspects of recruiting, assisting with game preparation and assisting with a position group. This is an unpaid position, which can lead to a paid position . Applicants must be proficient in Catapult video software, Microsoft Office, Google Docs as well as other basic technology devices. Please email résumés to Special Teams Coordinator & Safeties Coach, Nik Nelson at Nik.Nelson@sfasu.edu
Arkansas Pine Bluff (FCS): Per source, receivers coach Lawann Latson has stepped down to pursue other opportunities.
Ball State: The program has announced the additions of Madison Bunch (RBs), Craig Harmon (QBs), Jalen Moss (Snipers), Nick Fiacable (STC), and Pete Roley (chief of staff).
Indiana: Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers are reportedly turning to the NFL to fill the open offensive spot on staff.
Missouri State (FCS): Missouri State Football is looking to hire a Creative Content Intern/Graduate Assistant. This position will handle all social media business as it pertains to the program, including photography, graphic design, producing and developing content that highlights the program, recruiting material compliant with NCAA guidelines, and other duties as assigned. Candidates should email resume, references, and a portfolio to maxwellfraney@missouristate.edu.
Rice: Scott Abell is adding a former FootballScoop Coach of the Year to his staff.
New Hampshire (FCS): Scott James has been named Associate Head Coach / Defensive Coordinator at New Hampshire. A veteran coach of the Northeast, James returned to UNH in 2024 serving as defensive pass game coordinator. Over the last 15 years, James has helped lead programs to 12 playoff appearances and multiple conference championships; most recently five consecutive championships at Holy Cross (FCS).
Doane (NAIA - NE): Doane University has an immediate opening for a full-time wide receivers coaching position. This position comes with full benefits. Candidates should have experience coaching or playing the Wide Receivers position. Candidates must be experienced in recruiting, Hudl, visio, and NAIA rules. No calls at this time. Send all inquiries to Jonathan.johnson@doane.edu.
Missouri Southern State (D-II): Brandon Niccum, who previously served as offensive coordinator / offensive line coach at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M (JC) has accepted the offensive line job, per source.
Concordia (D-III - WI): Concordia has a graduate assistant position open. This position will ideally be responsible for coaching, recruiting, film breakdown, data entry and other duties as assigned (Specific coaching assignments will be determined by successful candidate’s strengths). Qualified candidates must have playing or coaching experience and be able to gain admittance to the graduate school. This position includes a salary. All interested candidates should submit the following: Cover letter, resume, 3 references to Emilie Morrow, CUW Athletics Administrative Assistant at emilie.morrow@cuw.edu In the subject put: Football Graduate Assistant Coaching Position. Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.
Edward Waters (NAIA - FL): Edward Waters University is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Defensive Line Coach to join our football coaching staff. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing training programs aimed at enhancing the skills and performance of our defensive line players. This position requires a strong understanding of defensive strategies, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to the academic and athletic success of our student-athletes. Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, or a related field is preferred. Previous experience coaching defensive line at the collegiate or high school level is highly desirable. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to the Head Coach Toriano Morgan at t.morgan@ewu.edu.
Appalachian State: Dowell Loggains has formally announced the hire of Riley Watkins as an offensive assistant. He's logged previous stops in the SEC at Arkansas, Missouri, and South Carolina.
West Virginia: Rich Rod is making sweeping changes to the Mountaineers staff.
UCLA: Oklahoma defensive analyst and assistant player personnel director Gabe Lynn has accepted the safeties job.
Bemidji State (D-II - MN): Former special teams coordinator Jordan Hein is returning as the offensive coordinator job with the school after a season at Northern State (D-II - SD) as their offensive coordinator.
UAB: UAB is hiring one of the top defensive coordinators in FCS to its staff, sources tell FootballScoop.
Northern Iowa (FCS): Logan Meyer, who joined the staff back in July as director of football operations has been elevated to a GM role for the Panthers.
Idaho (FCS): Wide receivers coach and recruiting coordinator Matt Linehan has been elevated to offensive coordinator and will now coach the quarterbacks. Also, head coach Thomas Ford teased a "home run hire" for his defensive coordinator spot on the Vandal Insider podcast yesterday evening.
Purdue: Sources tell FootballScoop that Barry Odom now has his defensive coordinator.
UNLV: Dan Mullen is reportedly targeting a former Ohio State assistant for a spot on the offensive staff.
East Tennessee State (FCS): Source tells FootballScoop Will Healy is working to hire a veteran FBS defensive coordinator to run his ETSU defense.
FIU: Willie Simmons is adding a pair of Miami staffers, sources tell FootballScoop.
Southern Miss: Charles Huff continues to fill out his inaugural Southern Miss staff with some strong additions including Jason Semore, Jonathan Galante, and Sherrod Everett.
Tennessee Titans: A fired up Brian Callahan dares reporters to enter his team locker room and call them "soft" to their faces