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Ohio State: The Buckeyes have formally announced the hire of Chip Kelly, noting that he has inked a three-year deal with the program.
South Alabama: Major Applewhite and the Jags are moving to add Jackson State (FCS - MS) defensive coordinator Jonathan Bradley to the staff, sources tell FootballScoop.
UCLA: Athletic director Martin Jarmond aims to make a hire to replace Chip Kelly within the next 96 hours, he shares.
New England Patriots: Former star linebacker Dont'a Hightower has accepted the linebackers job with his former team, per multiple reports.
Jerry Mack: Top Tennessee assistant Jerry Mack is likely heading to the NFL, sources share with FootballScoop.
Atlanta Falcons: Team owner Arthur Blank insists that Bill Belichick was never offered the head coaching job, and also did not ask for control of football operations during their discussions.
Baylor: Dave Aranda has added a former FCS coordinator, who happens to be a Waco native, to his support staff, sources tell FootballScoop.
LA Chargers: Former Niners linebacker NaVorro Bowman, who was a standout for the organization while Jim Harbaugh led the team, is expected to be the new linebackers coach in LA, per Ian Rapoport. Raps adds the two sides still have to reach an agreement on a deal.
Warner (NAIA - FL): Warner University has openings for 2 Graduate Assistants to assist with all things related to the football program. Compensation includes Meals, 75% Tuition, and a $5,000 stipend. Ideal candidates must be highly organized, proficient in Hudl, Microsoft Excel, Visio, Word, PowerPoint and other computer skills. Previous experience coaching or playing is preferred. All interested and qualified applicants should email their resume, references, and cover letter to Defensive Coordinator Kendall Todd at Kendall.todd@warner.edu.
Indianapolis Colts: Justin Hamilton, who spent last season with the Titans as a defensive quality control coach and is the former defensive coordinator at Virginia Tech, is set to join the Colts staff, sources confirm to FootballScoop.
Seattle Seahawks: Cowboys defensive line coach Aden Durde appears to be Mike Macdonald's choice for defensive coordinator, per multiple reports today.
UCLA: Chip Kelly has reportedly told his team at UCLA that he's leaving for another job, and multiple reports state he's leaving for Ohio State, where he will become Ryan Day's offensive coordinator. It marks the 30th FBS head coaching change of the off season.
Florida: Billy Napier says he'd like to continue calling plays, but did identify a potential successor on staff.
UTSA: Former Roadrunner punter and kicker Parker Cundiff is set to join the staff as director of scouting, source tells FootballScoop. He was previously the director of scouting for Washington State.
UT Martin (FCS): UT Martin Football has an immediate opening for an Offensive Line Assistant Coach. This is a restricted earnings position, with housing, meals, and biweekly stipend. Compensation level will depend on experience. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assist with day to day operations with Head OL Coach, lead position meetings, game script input, create scouting reports, organize playbook, scout cards, develop and encourage leadership, teamwork, mental discipline, and accountability. The selected candidate would be asked to start as soon as possible. Requirements: bachelor's degree, DVSport experience, previous collegiate playing and/or coaching experience. Please send email with cover letter, resume, and three references to UT Martin DFO Chris Bell at cbell55@utm.edu.
St. Xavier (NAIA - IL): SXU has filled its full-time defensive Assistant Coach position and we would like to express our appreciation for the overwhelming interest.
South Florida: Receivers coach L'Damian Washington has been promoted to pass game coordinator.
Union (D-III - NY): Union College has an immediate opening for a full time intern position. Candidates will coach a position on the offensive or defensive side of the ball and have full control of that position room. A recruiting area will be assigned based on past recruiting experience and program geographical need. Preference will be given to those with experience working with wide receivers or linebackers. Successful applicants will have experience with Just Play, Hudl, Vizio, and Arms. We are looking for highly motivated individuals with at least 2 years of college coaching experience. This position will have some limited duties with Greek Life once a week. Housing and meals are included with this position as well as a 15K stipend. Interested candidates can email resume and references to Union College Defensive Coordinator, Anthony Trotta (trottaa@union.edu). Open until filled.
UTSA: Corey Jordan, the defensive coordinator at McKinney HS (TX) is expected to be the new director of player personnel for Jeff Traylor's team, according to Mike Roach.
Tennessee Tech (FCS): Bobby Wilder is adding a former Wake Forest staffer to fill his defensive coordinator spot, sources tell FootballScoop.
Boise State: Deontrae Cooper, coordinator of recruiting relations and player personnel for the Broncos, is leaving the program after two seasons for a role with a Power Five program, per KTVB.
Charlotte: Offensive assistant Jerry Prutos is no longer with the program.
Lenoir-Rhyne (D-II - NC): As expected, the program has announced the additions of Jalani Lord (OL / run game coordinator) and Justin Hilliker (DL / STC).
Colorado: Nearly three months after his hiring was announced, Warren Sapp finally confirmed when he'll join the CU coaching staff.
Collectives: "I've told every AD in the country," a Collective CEO said, "stop hiring analysts, fund your NIL instead."
Illinois: Yesterday we shared Archie McDaniel was heading to Champaign as linebackers coach. Today, Bret Bielema and the Illini made it official.
Auburn: As we previously shared, Auburn has now formally announced Vontrell King-Williams as the new defensive tackles coach.
UConn: Matt Brock, who served as the defensive coordinator at Mississippi State last season, is set to join the staff as defensive coordinator, per Pete Thamel. He has previous stops at Washington State, Bowling Green and Texas Tech as well.
Boston College: Per multiple reports, BC is working toward deal to hire Bill O'Brien to lead the program.
UAB: Per source, Trevor Browder has been promoted to senior offensive analyst at UAB where he will work with the quarterbacks and running backs. He spent the 2023 season as an offensive analyst with the running backs.
Shorter (D-II - GA): Shorter University is seeking an applicant for a full-time defensive line coach. Responsibilities include coaching a position, managing a recruiting territory, coordinating on-campus visits, Hudl video, scouting reports/breakdowns and other duties assigned by the head coach and defensive coordinator. Experience playing or coaching at the college level is preferred. Shorter University is a private Baptist university in Rome, Georgia. It was founded in 1873. In the fall of 2020, it traditional enrollment reached 1,250 students. The 155-acre main academic and residential campus is located 70 miles northwest of Atlanta, Georgia in Rome. As a Christian institution the coaches at Shorter University lead by example on and off the field. Interested applicants need to send cover letter, detailed statement of faith and resume to the Defensive Coordinator, Harlen Jacobs at hjacobs@shorter.edu. In subject line please include Defensive Line Coach. No phone calls please.
McPherson (NAIA - KS): McPherson College has a DL job open. Compensation is $31,000. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: coaching the position, recruiting a high school & junior college area, coaching in the weight room, other tasks assigned by the HC or DC. Interested applicants apply via this link.
Newberry (D-II - SC): Newberry College, a member of the South Atlantic Conference, has an immediate opening for an Offensive Line Coach. Applicants with experience coaching offensive line at the collegiate level are preferred. If interested, email resume to Tight Ends coach Sean Lampkin at Sean.Lampkin@newberry.edu. No phone calls please.
Iowa State: Senior quality control coach Jake Waters is being promoted to running backs coach, per Pete Thamel. The former Kansas State quarterback also previously coached receivers at UTEP.
Michigan: Multiple reports from overnight share that former Baltimore Ravens and New York Giants defensive coordinator Wink Martindale is expected to become the new defensive coordinator in Ann Arbor.
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West Georgia (D-II): Reid Sanders has now been officially announced as running backs coach. He most recently served as the head coach at Rio Americano HS (Sacramento, CA). Before becoming head coach there, he was a graduate assistant working with the running backs at Georgia State.
Nebraska-Kearney (D-II): The University of Nebraska-Kearney is searching for a defensive graduate assistant. This position requires admission into our graduate school. We are looking for All Positions at this point. Minorities are encouraged to apply. This position includes a stipend, potential camp stipend in the summer and some Tuition Paid. Please email Ryan Held at heldr@unk.edu.
Baltimore Ravens: Kansas defensive analyst Mark DeLeone is expected to join the staff as linebackers coach, per multiple reports. DeLeone has previous stops coaching the linebackers with the Bears, Chiefs, and Lions.
West Virginia Wesleyan (D-II): West Virginia Wesleyan College is accepting applications for a full-time defensive line coach. Experience in coaching defense at the collegiate level is a priority. Preferred candidates will have prior experience playing/coaching the D-Line position. This position will be responsible for coaching the Defensive-Line, holding group/individual meetings, managing recruiting areas and other duties assigned by the Head Coach. Requirements include college coaching and recruiting experience. Review of candidates will begin immediately. Please email a letter of interest, resume, and 3 professional references to Head Football Coach Dwayne Martin at wvwccoach@gmail.com. No phone calls please. Local candidates are encouraged to apply.
Dallas Cowboys: To save the last head coaching job he'll ever have, Mike McCarthy will need the help of a former rival.
Kirk Herbstreit: ESPN's No. 1 CFB analyst had to fend off a budding conspiracy theory today that he recruited Dylan Raiola from Georgia to Nebraska.
Kent State: Scott Phillips Jr. has joined the staff as director of player personnel. The Northern Ohio native has also had stops as Offensive Coordinator at Westminster College in Pennsylvania, and as Offensive Quality Control Coach at Toledo. His last off-field position was in 2021 as director of scouting for the Hula Bowl All-Star Game.
Illinois: South Carolina receivers coach Justin Stepp has accepted the same role at Illinois.
LA Chargers: Sanjay Lal, who previously was the Seahawks as pass game coordinator and has a long track record with receivers, is joining Jim Harbuagh's staff, per Jeremy Fowler.
William & Mary (FCS - VA): The Tribe are set to promote an assistant with SEC, ACC, Big 12 experience to their offensive coordinator spot, source tell FootballScoop.
UConn: Jeremiah Bogan has been announced as director of player personnel. He previously served as a national scout with the East / West Shrine Bowl and prior to that was at LSU as assistant director of player personnel.
North Carolina: Ryan Roberts, who previously served as a scouting assistant at Liberty, has joined the personnel department for the Tar Heels.
Northeastern State (D-II - OK): Northeastern State is looking for home games on Sept 14 (Week 2) or Nov. 16 (Week 11) for the 2024 season. Would consider doing a home-and-home contract as well. Contact: Assistant Athletic Director Don Vieth at vieth@nsuok.edu.
Gary Patterson: The future College Football Hall of Famer is back in college football, and he's once again working for a former rival.
Illinois: Bret Bielema and the Illini are reportedly set to add former Houston assistant Archie McDaniel to the defensive staff.
Boston College: Sources share that Notre Dame's Al Washington, along with Bill O'Brien, and a third candidate are at the center of the BC search.
Harvard (FCS - MA): Rutgers tight ends coach Andy Aurich is expected to become head coach at Harvard per reports.
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