The Scoop - Friday February 7, 2025

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USC: AJ Howard, who spent the past two seasons coaching outside linebackers at App State, is expected to join the staff as assistant linebackers coach, per CBS Sports.

Las Vegas Raiders: The team has parted ways with senior national scout DuJuan Daniels, per multiple reports. Daniels has two decades of experience i the league and has been a part of multiple Super Bowl wins while with the Patriots.

Louisiana Tech: Per source, the program is parting ways with director of player personnel Cody Follett, who joined the program back in June. Sources tell us they are planning to fill the role with a campus recruiting hire.

Colorado State Pueblo (D-II): Colorado State University Pueblo has an immediate opening for Offensive Line Coach. This is a full-time (with benefits) position, salary is extremely competitive. Responsibilities include coaching the Offensive Line, recruiting your own area, film breakdown, game-planning, and all other duties assigned by the Head Coach. Start Date is ASAP. Possible Run Game Coordinator title depending on applicant. All interested applicants please email Offensive Coordinator Jordan Dodge at Jordan.Dodge@csupueblo.edu.

Jacksonville State: Alex Lanzone has joined the staff as an offensive graduate assistant.

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Anna Maria (D-III - MA): Tanner Kingsley, who just wrapped up his third season as offensive coordinator, is the new head coach.

New York Jets: CBS Sports shares Aaron Glenn is targeting Minnesota running backs coach Nic McKissic-Luke for their running backs job.

Oregon State: Former Idaho head coach and Central Michigan defensive coordinator Robb Akey has joined the staff as a special assistant to the head coach. 

Jacksonville Jaguars: Head coach Liam Coen has completed his staff. Here's a look at the coaches he has assembled.

Central Missouri (D-II): Three additions to the coaching staff have been announced in Vince Mayle (WRs), Dylan Graham (RBs) and Prince Washington (CBs). Mayle spent last season as the receivers coach at Missouri Southern (D-II), Graham was an offensive student assistant at UTPB, and Washington was a defensive assistant at Sacramento State (FCS) last fall.

Dallas Cowboys: The Cowboys have hired Kansas State offensive coordinator Conor Riley as their new offensive line coach. For years Riley has been considered one of the top offensive line coaches in all of college football.

Kutztown (D-II - PA): Kutztown University has an immediate opening for a part time WR Coach. Previous collegiate experience coaching or playing is required. The job includes coaching a position, recruiting, use of digital editing system, and other administrative duties as assigned by the head coach and offensive coordinator. The position has no housing included Pay Range will not exceed $17,000. To be considered please apply online and email resume to Offensive Coordinator Marcel Quarterman at quarterman@kutztown.edu.

USF: Per source, former Utah State quarterbacks coach Hayden Kingston is now assistant quarterbacks coach, former Tennessee offensive line graduate assistant Parker Ball has joined the staff as assistant offensive line coach, and former South Alabama defensive analyst Justin Stolberg is the new assistant tight ends coach.

West Alabama (D-II): Florida special teams assistant Thomas Fletcher is leaving to become the special teams coordinator at West Alabama, according to The Athletic. There, the former Alabama long snapper will join new head coach (and longtime Tide strength coach) Scott Cochran.

Texas Tech: In addition to the three-year deal the Red Raiders offered James Blanchard we previously shared, ESPN is now adding that his new deal will total $1.575 million.

Bethel (NAIA - TN): Bethel University is looking for a week 0 (8/30) or week 4 (9/27) game for 2025. Could be a home and home, if interested contact at springerc@bethelu.edu

San Francisco 49ers: NFL coaching veteran Gus Bradley is joining the staff, per NFL Network. The former Jaguars head coach has been a defensive coordinator with the Seahawks, Chargers, Raiders and most recently with the Colts.

SMU: SMU AD Rick Hart is stepping down. This will be an attractive opening on the AD circuit.

Temple: Penn State recruiting coordinator for personnel and recruitment Khalil Ahmad is joining the Owls staff in a top front office capacity, per CBS Sports.

Colorado: ESPN shares defensive coordinator Robert Livingston has received a new two-year deal paying him $1.5 million this fall and $1.7 million next year. He made $800,750 in the first year of his initial deal and helped them improve from 98th in scoring defense before his arrival to 42nd this last fall.

Texas Tech: After being pursued by Notre Dame for their coveted GM spot, sources share that James Blanchard has made his decision.

UW-Oshkosh (D-III): Per source, Jack Robinson has been elevated to defensive line coach / on campus recruiting coordinator, Max Schoening is now the assistant tight ends coach, and school record holder for career touchdown receptions and school record holder in career touchdown receptions Trae Tetzlaff is now the running backs coach. 

Las Vegas Raiders: CBS Sports shares Florida assistant defensive backs coach Beyah Rasool is joining the staff as a defensive assistant.

Johnson C. Smith University (D-II - NC): Johnson C. Smith University is seeking a 2025 – Week 1 (September 6) home game, with the possibility of a multi-year Week 1 home and home deal if available. Additional information is available upon request. Please contact Special Assistant to Head Coach David Bowser at dbowser@jcsu.edu.

Saint John's (D-III - MN): Saint John’s is looking for a week 1 game in 2025. Could also be a home and home with a return trip in 2026. Prefer a DIII opponent. Can offer a significant guarantee to have your team travel to Saint John’s. Contact Head Coach Gary Fasching at gfasching@csbsju.edu.

Colorado: Former Colorado and Dallas Cowboys player Andrew Gurode is joining the staff as assistant offensive line coach, per 247.

Saint Anselm (D-II - NH): Saint Anselm is looking to hire an Offensive Line or Offensive Skills coach. Looking for the best fit. This is a full-time (with benefits) position, salary is ideal for entry to mid-level coach. Duties include practice planning, scouting, video analysis, skill and team instruction, on-field coaching and all phases of recruiting and responsibilities as assigned by the head coach. Primary consideration given to those with regional college coaching and recruiting experience. To be considered please apply in this link - Assistant Coach PositionNo emails or calls.

James Madison: The Dukes have a new defensive coordinator and he comes with significant experience at the Power Four level, sources tell FootballScoop.

Colorado: The Buffs have now formally announced the hire of NFL Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk as their new running backs coach.

Las Vegas Raiders: Former Saints defensive coordinator Joe Woods is joining Pete Carroll's staff as defensive pass game coordinator, ESPN shares.

Cleveland Browns: Christian Jones is joining the staff as tight ends coach, according to multiple reports. Jones previously interviewed for the quarterbacks job on Kevin Stefanski's staff, and now rejoins his former colleague after previously working together with the Vikings.

Benedictine (D-III - IL): Benedictine University a Division III program located in the suburbs of Chicago is seeking applicants for a full-time coaching position. Seeking candidates with demonstrated success recruiting at the D-3 level. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by visiting this link.

Colorado School of Mines (D-II): A familiar face is reportedly set to return as head coach.

Fresno State: Jake Rasmussen has accepted the director of scouting role. He joined the Fresno State staff as assistant director of recruiting operations last January.

Chicago Bears: Cannon Matthews is joining the team as a defensive assistant / nickels coach, Tom Pelissero shares.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Former Bears running backs coach Chad Morton is joining Liam Coen's staff in the same capacity, per Nicholas Moreano.

South Carolina: Ben Burress is now working at South Carolina as pass game specialist after six seasons on staff with the NY Giants.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Liam Coen is reportedly landing a Michigan staffer for his new staff in Jacksonville.

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Alma (D-III - MI): Alma College is seeking a restricted earnings / entry-level assistant football coach, working with the offense. Preference will be given to candidates with experience who have played or coached Tight Ends. The position duties include on-field coaching, film breakdowns, practice planning, position meetings, game planning, academic monitoring, game day responsibilities, your own recruiting territory, on-campus recruiting and other duties as assigned by the coordinator and the Head Coach. The position includes a 10-month stipend of $8,500 along with a housing option. Interested candidates please send a cover letter, resume, & references to Zach Riepma at riepmazm@alma.edu.

Georgia Tech: After losing Tyler Santucci to the NFL, sources tell FootballScoop Brent Key is handing the keys of his defense to a rising young star from the Texas staff. 

Northern State (D-II - SD): Former Colorado State Pueblo (D-II) offensive coordinator Brayle Brown is joining the Northern State staff as Mike Schmidt's new offensive coordinator.

Las Vegas Raiders: Multiple sources tell FootballScoop that Georgia Southern's Rip Rowan is leaving to join Pete Carroll's staff in Vegas. 

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