The Scoop - Monday January 8, 2024

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The entire Scoop team is in Nashville and looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible at our annual party, which will take place tonight at 5pm just outside of Fuse Sports Bar in the Opryland Hotel. Follow @FootballScoop, @CoachSamz, @Zach_Barnett & @JohnDBrice1 for the latest news all week.

Jacksonville Jaguars: The Jaguars have dismissed defensive coordinator Mike Caldwell and his staff Ian Rapoport is reporting. 

Alabama: Defensive coordinator Kevin Steele plans to retire from coaching ESPN's Chris Low has shared. 

Florida: Auburn defensive coordinator Ron Roberts is headed to Florida sources share with FootballScoop. More on this move to come tomorrow. 

Arkansas: Missouri State (FCS) co-offensive coordinator / running backs coach Ronnie Fouch has now been announced as the receivers job.

New York Giants: Defensive coordinator Wink Martindale has resigned.

Troy: Former Western Michigan head coach Tim Lester is a top target of the Troy offensive coordinator search, sources tell FootballScoop.

Washington Commanders: The team has requested interviews with Lions coordinators Ben Johnson (OC) and Aaron Glenn (DC), as well as Rams DC Raheem Morris for the head coaching opening. Adam Schefter adds that Ravens associate head coach / defensive line coach Anthony Weaver has received a request as well.

Cornell (FCS - NY): Jeff Dittman, who served as defensive coordinator and special teams coach at RPI (D-III - NY), has joined the staff, per source.

Keiser (NAIA - FL): Keiser University is seeking to hire a defensive assistant with experience coaching LBs and DBs. There will be a stipend available for this position. Candidates will be interviewed on Tuesday morning at the AFCA convention based on availability. If you are interested in the position, please send your resume to z.owens1@student.keiseruniversity.edu.

Washington Commanders: The team has requested permission to interview Chiefs assistant GM Mike Borgonzi for the GM job, as well as Ravens Adam Schefter tweets.  

Kennesaw State (FCS): Southeast Missouri (FCS) corners coach / defensive pass game coordinator Ray Smith has joined the staff as defensive backs coach.

New York Giants: Offensive line coach Bobby Johnson has been let go per Tom Pelissero. 

Marian University (NAIA- IN): Sources share that current receivers coach Matt King is being promoted to offensive coordinator / quarterbacks.  

Washington Commanders: Owner Josh Harris is cleaning house atop the franchise, and chose an unconventional way to identify new leadership.

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Tulane: Tulane Football is now accepting applications for their open Director of Player Development. This position will oversee life skills development, academics, player housing and welfare, financial planning, career planning / life after football. Interested applicants should email GreenWaveFB.Resume@gmail.com a cover letter, resume, and 3 references with subject line β€œTulane Director of Player Development”. Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. Phone calls will not be accepted.

FootballScoop Party: Tonight at 5pm, all are welcome. We will have the bar right outside of Fuse Sports Bar and the Magnolia lobby. Come help us celebrate a great year in the profession. 

New York Giants: Special teams coordinator Thomas McGaughey has been dismissed, per Jordan Raanan. McGaughey worked under three different head coaches in New York. Offensive line coach Bobby Johnson also will not return, per multiple reports.

Carolina Panthers: GM Scott Fitterer will not return in Carolina.

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Washington Commanders: The team has formally parted ways with head coach Ron Rivera.

Atlanta Falcons: Following their loss last night, the Falcons announced the decision to part ways with head coach Arthur Smith.

Indiana: The Hoosiers are set to add a strong pair of off-field hires who will bring SEC experience, sources tell FootballScoop.

New England Patriots: Numerous NFL insiders have shared over the last few days that Bill Belichick has likely coached his final game in New England. Stay tuned for official word on his future.

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