The Scoop - Friday March 8, 2024

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Please join us in praying for the family of coach Wayne Moses, who recently passed. Moses coached a total of 44 seasons and had been a part of the Claremont-Mudd-Scripps (D-III - CA), staff as running backs coach since 2017.

Michigan: Running backs coach Mike Hart is not returning to the Wolverines staff, sources tell FootballScoop.

LA Rams: The organization has now formally announced the additions of Sean Desai and Jerry Schuplinski as senior assistants.

Arizona State: Former UTEP assistant offensive line coach Ty Barrett is joining the staff as a graduate assistant working with the offensive line, per 247.

Purdue: Per On3, Jenna Thompson has been hired away from Minnesota as director of on-campus recruiting and Jonathan Harrison is the new assistant director of football operations after previously serving as the DFO at St. Francis (FCS - PA).

UCLA: Marcus Thomas, who spent last season at San Jose State and who previously worked under new head coach DeShaun Foster as an analyst with the UCLA program, is expected to join the staff, 247 shares.

UW-Oshkosh (D-III): UW Oshkosh is looking for a game week 3 or 4 of 2025 and 2026. We would love to do a 2-game series with 2025 being in Oshkosh. Please contact head coach Peter Jennings, jenningsp@uwosh.edu.

TCU: Arkansas running backs coach Jimmy Smith is being targeted by TCU to fill the same role 247 sports is reporting. 

Southern (FCS - LA): Former Alcorn State head coach Fred McNair is joining the Southern staff as tight ends coach

UCLA: Scott White, the linebackers coach and special teams coordinator the last five seasons at San Jose State, is expected to join the Bruins as a defensive analyst, per 247. White previously coached at UCLA from 2011-17, working with the linebackers the last few seasons of his tenure. 247 adds that UCLA is seeking to add former Notre Dame personnel lead Butler Benton as GM. 

Michigan: With the formal announcements of Wink Martindale (DC), Greg Scruggs (DL), Brian Jean-Mary (LBs / run game coordinator) and LaMar Morgan (DBs / pass game coordinator), the program has also announced the addition of former defensive back Brad Hawkins as a graduate assistant.

Northern Illinois: Former Troy offensive line coach Luke Meadows is joining the NIU staff as offensive line coach. Meadows was part of Chip Lindsey's staff at Troy and previously coached offensive line at Kansas, Southern Miss, Eastern Michigan, FAU and South Dakota.  

Lawrence Tech (NAIA - MI): Former NFL defensive lineman Ronald Talley has been named defensive line coach while former Chippewa Valley HS (MI) offensive line coach Tyler Washburn will serve as assistant offensive line coach.

Arizona Cardinals: Sources tell FootballScoop Pat Narduzzi and Pitt are losing a key member of their off-field staff to an opportunity with the Cardinals.

Tennessee State (FCS): Eddie George has found his new offensive coordinator, and he brings Power Five experience with him.

Mercyhurst (D-II - PA): Mercyhurst has an immediate opening for a 12-Month GA or QC position coaching either RBs, LBs, or DBs. The successful candidate will coach his own position, run positional meetings, assist with special teams, contribute to the weekly game plan and have his own recruiting area. Computer and Video Skills is a must. Qualifications include: Bachelor’s Degree, college coaching and/or playing experience (3.0 GPA required for GA Position).Compensation package includes $700 a month and some meals (GA will have Tuition Included).No housing or benefits.Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until filled. Please email a letter of interest, resume, and references to Head Football Coach Ryan Riemedio at rriemedio@mercyhurst.edu. No phone calls please.

Texas: Contract details are out for UT's two new assistants, plus more information on Sark's extension

Win Awakening: Our new podcast, Awaken Kingdom Culture is here! We are currently on @spotify & @youtube. My son Austin and I are excited to share this journey with you. 

Thiel College (D-III - PA): Thiel College located in Greenville, PA has openings for 2 Position Coaches. Candidates will be responsible for coaching their own position group (O/D skill positions preferred) and will be given their own recruiting areas. Compensation will include a $10k Stipend, Housing and Meals. Interested candidates should email their info to sbauman@thiel.edu.

Signing Day: The draft is officially moving ahead of free agency.

UCLA: Former Titans offensive skill assistant Erik Frazier, who previously served as the receivers coach and pass game coordinator at Montana State (FCS), is expected to be the new receivers coach for the Bruins, per 247.

Illinois Wesleyan (D-III - IL): Illinois Wesleyan is seeking a full-time assistant football coach to serve as Offensive coordinator, QB Coach and Recruiting Coordinator. This is a 10-month staff position that includes excellent benefits. Job posting details can be found at this link. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Final candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation. Please send requested materials to Mindy McCluskey, Athletics Operations Assistant at mmcclusk@iwu.edu.

Kansas: How did Lance Leipold become college football's chief architect? He never stops building.

Murray State (FCS - KY): Grant Kimberlin has joined the program as director of football operations. He returns to the program after previously serving as a graduate assistant in 2018-19 and has recent stops coaching receivers at Itawamba CC (JC - MS) and Millsaps (D-III - MS).

Noel Mazzone: The veteran college offensive coordinator has landed as the offensive play caller at a state powerhouse.

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