Monday December 7, 2020
Fred Akers has passed away at the age of 82. Akers went 108-75-3 as the head coach at Wyoming, Texas and Purdue, leading the Longhorns four AP Top 10 finishes. Please keep his family in your thoughts.
Michigan: Well, the latest report at Michigan is a doozy....
Ole Miss-Texas A&M: This game has been canceled due to virus issues on the Ole Miss side. Originally scheduled for Nov. 21, it will not be rescheduled a second time.
Frank Beamer: Shane Beamer noted during his presser today that "Every coach wants to make use of every resource they possibly can and he's right at the top," sharing that he plans to have his dad, Hall of Famer Frank Beamer, involved in the Gamecocks program in some capacity.
South Carolina: For a solid decade, Shane Beamer and his entire family planned and pined for this day to come.
Louisiana College (D-III): Louisiana College is seeking an offensive intern coach. Job responsibilities include assisting an offensive position group, film breakdown, all practice setup/breakdown and director of football operation duties. Duties also include assisting the recruiting coordinator, assisting academic coordinator and all other responsibilities assigned by the Offensive Coordinator as well as Head Football Coach or Athletic Director. Position does not come with a stipend, but does include a dorm room and meals. Candidate must adhere to the Louisiana College personal conduct policy. A Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of a background check is required. Interested applicants should email their Resume, Cover Letter and Statement of Faith to OC Vince Giardina Vincent.giardina@lacollege.edu.
Dordt (NAIA - IA): Dordt University is looking for an NAIA or D-III opponent in Spring 2021. Dates available are April 3rd or April 10th 2021 & Dordt is willing to travel. If interested please contact Head Coach Joel Penner at joel.penner@dordt.edu
Atlanta Falcons: ESPN commentator Louis Riddick is among the list of candidates being considered for the Falcons GM job, Jeff Schultz tweets.
Coaching decisions: Best & Worst coaching decisions of the weekend - via EdjVarsity
Michigan: The Wolverines have been cleared to being "limited workouts" in advance of this weekend's rivalry game against Ohio State.
Shane Beamer: New South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer will stay with the Sooners through the regular season.
Pac-12: The Pac-12 will not rearrange its schedule to make up the USC-Colorado game, the conference confirmed to ESPN's Kyle Bonagura. USC would win the Pac-12 South on a tiebreaker in the event both teams finish undefeated in conference play; USC plays UCLA Saturday while Colorado faces Utah.
LA Chargers: Sunday's 45-0 loss to New England will not cost Anthony Lynn his job, tweets Ian Rapoport.
Michigan: The Wolverines will return to the practice field in anticipation of playing Saturday's Ohio State game, according to Pete Thamel.
NFL: The NFL has shared new COVID procedures for interviews taking place this hiring cycle.
Texas: Tom Herman said on the Big 12 teleconference he talks to AD Chris Del Conte multiple times a day, but said "that's not a question I can answer" on why Del Conte hasn't given a public vote of confidence. Where things stand in Austin.
Virginia: Bronco Mendenhall said today the ACC asked Virginia to play a Dec. 19 game and Mendenhall declined. It's unclear what, if anything, that would mean for the 5-4 Cavaliers' bowl prospects.
LA Bowl: The inaugural LA Bowl has been postponed until 2021. The game was set to feature teams from the Mountain West and PAC-12 hosted at SoFi Stadium later this month.
New York Jets: The Jets plan to name assistant head coach / linebackers coach Frank Bush the interim defensive coordinator, Adam Schefter tweets.
Carroll (D-III - WI): Carroll University is looking to hire a defensive restricted earnings coach. Candidates will be responsible for a recruiting territory, coaching their own position group, film breakdown, game planning with the DC and other duties assigned by the Head Coach. Candidates will need to be able to start February 1st. Please send a resume and references to Head Coach Mike Budziszewski at mbudzisz@carrollu.edu.
Guelfi Firenze (Italy): Guelfi Firenze of the Italian Football league is in the market for a defensive coordinator. This is a chance to coach in the beautiful country of Italy, in one of the most sought after cities of Florence. Salary, Housing, Round Trip Airfare and 1 meal a day is all included for the position. Preferably a Coordinator with a 4-2-5 base defense. Please send resumes to Coachherford13@gmail.com.
AFCA: The AFCA has identified the top young coaches with the 2021 35 Under 35 class.
Texas: So where does Texas go from here?
Central Arkansas (FCS): A former Bears assistant is returning as defensive coordinator, source tells FootballScoop. More here.
New York Jets: The Jets have fired defensive coordinator Gregg Williams, per multiple reports. Williams' call last night with their first win of the season on the line was...puzzling.
Monterey Peninsula (JC - CA): Monterey Peninsula College is accepting applications for a part- time DB or LB Coach. Position includes coaching, recruiting, and administrative duties assigned by the DC and HFC. Compensation for the position is a stipend of $10,000. Candidates must have at least 2 years of previous college coaching experience or college/professional playing experience. Review of resumes will begin immediately. Position starts January 4, 2021. Please submit cover letter, resume and references to rpalmer@mpc.edu.
Louisiana-Monroe: Head coach Matt Viator has been let go, according to a report.
Vanderbilt: Georgia special teams coordinator Scott Cochran plans to make a push for the Vanderbilt job, according to a report.
Texas: Urban Meyer has given Texas an answer they didn’t want to hear, according to a report.
Southern Miss: Here’s an update on Will Hall’s staff in Hattiesburg.
South Alabama: The interest is strong, and South has some quality candidates.
South Carolina: Shane Beamer’s hiring is now official, and here’s an early look at how sources anticipate his staff could shape up.
Feather River College (JC - CA): Feather River College is looking for quarterback coach. Duties may include assisting in football operations, recruiting, academic monitoring, practice organization, video editing, and other related activities. Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience or the equivalent is required for $9,500 coaching stipend. Teaching opportunities are also available dependent on qualifications. Shared housing RA positions available. Please send resumes to Head Coach at ngoulet@frc.eduand complete application at www.frc.edu/humanresources. EOE. Open until filled.
Kentucky: Kentucky parted ways with their offensive coordinators over the weekend.
Texas: The Longhorns have paused all team activities after three student-athletes and two staff members have tested positive for COVID-19. Texas players and staff have been sent home for the day and they will be tested again tomorrow, and then again on Tuesday and they will decide how to move forward after evaluating those results.
Tennessee: Things....aren't getting better in Knoxville.
New Coaching Changes Page: Keep track of all the 2020-21 NFL and College head coaching movement here.