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Notre Dame: Additional details tonight on how the Irish landed Mike Denbrock - one of the most coveted coordinators in college football - with financial details, per sources.
James Madison: Bob Chesney is poised to make a big addition on the defensive side of the ball, sources tell FootballScoop.
Troy: Gerad Parker is adding a new GM who is bringing SEC experience.
New Mexico State: Sources confirm that Jerry Kill is stepping down at NMSU after going 17-11 in two seasons. Update >> The school has announced this.
Northern Illinois: Thanks, in part, to a controversial call following an onside kick NIU did not cover leading to an NIU win over Arkansas State in the Camellia Bowl, head coach Thomas Hammock has received a 1-year contract extension and $20k bonus, Steve Berkowitz shares.
Pittsburgh Steelers: The Steelers plan to extend Mike Tomlin's contract this offseason Mike Florio is reporting.
Vanderbilt: New Mexico State safeties coach Melvin Rice is expected to join Clark Lea's staff at Vandy per 247 sports.
Lake Erie (D-II - OH): David Price, who spent the last six seasons at Tiffin (D-II - OH) has been named head coach. He spent last season at Tiffin with associate head coach / defensive line coach responsibilities and he has prior experience at Wheeling, Ohio Northern, and Hiram.
Sacramento State (FCS - CA): After five seasons at Utah Tech (FCS), Misi Tupe has joined the Hornets staff as linebackers coach. He previously mentored the program's linebackers from 2008-12. Also, former Sac State linebacker Taylor Powell, who played his final season in 2021, is returning to the program as a defensive assistant.
Allen (D-II - SC): Cedric Pearl, the defensive line coach at Alabama A&M (FCS) has been announced as the new head coach. Pearl previously spent six seasons leading the Central State (D-II - OH) program.
McPherson (NAIA - KS): Mitch Leppke has accepted the defensive coordinator job. A former defensive back for McPherson, Leppke previously coached the safeties at Missouri Southern (D-II).
William Jewell (D-II - MO): Smithville HS (MO) head coach Jason Ambroson has been named head coach at William Jewell. Ambroson led Smithville to a 90-19 record and a 2021 state title.
Lawrence Tech (NAIA - MI): Lawrence Tech University has an immediate opening for an offensive and defensive coordinator. These are full time positions with full benefits and competitive pay. For more information visit this link and send your resume to lbitonti@ltu.edu.
UTEP: UTEP football is seeking applicants for their Director of On-Campus Recruiting position. Responsibilities will include coordinating all official, unofficial, and gameday visits. As well as assisting with onboarding of student-athletes during their transition to UTEP. This is a full-time position with benefits. All interesting applicants should reach out to administrative assistant, Norma Posada at nposada@utep.edu.
Western Illinois (FCS): Sources tell FootballScoop that RPI (D-III - NY) wide receivers coach Karl Mofor, a former standout running back at UAlbany (FCS) where he was an All-American, has joined the staff as running backs coach.
NCAA: After losing in court earlier this month, the NCAA is developing a new strategy to handle transfers -- it can't stop players from transferring, but it can make schools more hesitant to take on transfers.
Northeastern State University (D-II - OK): Northeastern State is seeking interested candidates for the position of Offensive Line Coach. Candidate will work directly with the Head Coach in installing the Offense- Previous Offensive Line Coaching required. Interested applicants can email Head Coach Darrin Chiaverini at chev0611@hotmail.com. Interviews will be held at the Convention in Nashville.
Tusculum (D-II - TN): Billy Taylor, who spent the last nine seasons at ETSU (FCS) as associate head coach / defensive coordinator.
Notre Dame: LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock is returning to Notre Dame, sources tell FootballScoop. Our John Brice on how the Irish got the deal done.
Northeastern State University (D-II - OK): Northeastern State is seeking interested candidates for the position of Defensive Backs Coach. Candidate will work directly with the Defensive Coordinator. Previous Defensive Back Coaching required. Interested applicants can email Head Coach Darrin Chiaverini at chev0611@hotmail.com. Interviews will be held at the Convention in Nashville.
Stony Brook (FCS - NY): New head coach Billy Cosh's offensive coordinator at Stony Brook will come with him from Western Michigan, sources tell FootballScoop.
Florida State: It's official -- Florida State is suing the ACC, and the ACC is suing Florida State.
Austin Peay (FCS): head coach Jeff Farris has hired Bailey Mcelwain as Running back coach/ Special Teams Coordinator. Mcelwain previously served as TE coach at Northern Arizona University(FCS)
Stephen F. Austin (FCS - TX): SFA is currently looking for 3 volunteer assistants (1 offense / 1 defense / 1 special teams). Job responsibilities would include but are not limited to film breakdown, helping with all aspects of recruiting, assisting with game preparation and assisting with a position group. This is an unpaid position, which can lead to a paid position . Applicants must be proficient in Catapult video software, Microsoft Office, Google Docs as well as other basic technology devices. Please email résumés to Special Teams Coordinator & Nickels Coach, Nik Nelson at Nik.Nelson@sfasu.edu.
Northeastern State University (D-II - OK): Northeastern State is seeking to hire 2 Graduate Assistant Coaches. 1 Offensive and 1 Defensive. Candidates will work directly with the Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator. Positions will be assigned off experience. Interested applicants can email Head Coach Darrin Chiaverini at chev0611@hotmail.com. Interviews will be held at the Convention in Nashville.
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