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2024 NFL & College - Head coaching changes
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FootballScoop Exclusive: Ryan Silverfield shares with FootballScoop how he's built his Memphis program to last.
Cal: Kyle Cefalo, who was the offensive coordinator at Utah State last year, is expected to join the staff and coach the receivers, per 247. He helped the Aggies average 36 points per game through the final nine games of the season.
Arizona; Sources tell FootballScoop that Brent Brennan is working to finalize a deal with Seth Doege as the new offensive coordinator for the Wildcats.
Louisiana Tech: Well traveled college coaching veteran Tony Franklin will be the new offensive coordinator for Sonny Cumbie's program, per BleedTechBlue. Franklin previously served in the same role for Sonny Dykes at LA Tech and has previous play calling experience at Kentucky, Troy, Auburn, and MTSU.
Virginia Tech: Brent Pry is reportedly shaking up his staff, including a significant coordinator change.
Butler (FCS): Kevin Lynch, who served as the offensive play caller at Ball State last year in addition to titles as assistant head coach and quarterbacks coach, has been announced as the new head coach. Lynch is the son of former Butler head coach Bill Lynch, who led the Bulldogs to 36 wins over five seasons before later serving as the head coach at Indiana, Ball State and DePauw (D-III - IN).
North Carolina: The term sheet for GM Mike Lombardi provides for 5-years with pay "not to exceed $1.5 million."
Jones College (JC - MS): Lytrel Pollard, who stepped in as interim head coach for the last two games of the season, has been announced as the new head coach. He previously spent six seasons on staff as defensive coordinator after 26 seasons in the coaching profession.
Northern Iowa (FCS): Nate Thompson has joined the staff as offensive coordinator after spending last season as the offensive line coach / run game coordinator at Drake (FCS - IA) under new UNI head coach Todd Stepsis.
NC State: Assistant director of player personnel Quint Cunningham will not return after four seasons with the program.
SMU: Defensive coordinator and Broyles Award semi-finalist Scott Symons has agreed to a multi-year extension at SMU after leading the team to a top 30 defense in scoring and total defense, Pete Thamel shares.
North Carolina: Details of Bill Belichick's North Carolina contract are out.
Southern Miss: After a 10-win season and Sun Belt title, Marshall was unwilling to extend Charles Huff Their loss is the gain of Southern Miss, who will pay Huff like one of the conference's top coaches
North Texas: Sam Houston assistants Greg Richmond (DEs), Julian Wilson (DBs), Ike Eguae (DL), and Reggie Johnson (LBs) are expected to follow defensive coordinator Skyler Cassity to North Texas, per DCTF's Mike Craven.
Southern Miss: Charles Huff and the Golden Eagles are nabbing a defensive assistant with SEC experience, per source.
Sam Houston: Here's an update at Sam Houston, as the search enters its final stage.
East Tennessee State (FCS): As is being reported, FootballScoop can confirm ETSU is planning to make Will Healy their next head coach. The former Charlotte and Austin Peay head coach, Healy was currently serving as running backs coach at Georgia State.
Harding (D-II - AR): Harding Academy (AR) offensive coordinator Will Francis is joining the staff to coach the quarterbacks, Sam Lane of Arkansas Online shares.
Utah: Mark Atuaia, who recently shared his departure from the staff at Washington State, is set to join the staff as running backs coach and associate head coach, per 247.
East Tennessee State (FCS): Former Charlotte and Austin Peay (FCS) head coach Will Healy is being targeted to replace Tre Lamb, per On3.
Oklahoma State: Sources tell FootballScoop Doug Meacham is headed back to Stillwater, this time as Mike Gundy's offensive coordinator.
Northeastern State (D-II - OK): Northeastern State University is looking for a Spring Scrimmage March 15th or March 29th. Interested Universities contact Head Coach Darrin Chiaverini through email chiaveri@nsuok.edu
North Carolina: Bill Belichick says he is retaining Freddie Kitchens on staff. The former head coach of the Browns has been on staff at UNC the past two seasons coaching tight ends.
Air Force: Sources tell FootballScoop the contract with Fresno State didn't get executed and Troy Calhoun is holding on to Nick Toth. Toth was set to become defensive coordinator at Matt Entz; but now he's staying.
Central Oklahoma (FCS): University of Central Oklahoma is looking for an opponent to face this Spring for a Spring Game Scrimmage. Available dates are April 11th , April 12th , April 18th , or April 19th , however there can be some flexibility. If interested, please email adorrel@uco.edu
Texas A&M Kingsville (D-II - TX): TAMUK is looking for games week 1 (September 6th) and week 2 (September 13th) of the 2025 season. Interested in potential home and home agreements as well. If interested please email Michael.salinas@tamuk.edu.
Florida State: New Seminoles offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn, fresh off a stint at the head coach at UCF, shares, "The job description of being a head coach has changed dramatically the past two years."
Ohio State: AD Ross Bjork confirmed Ryan Day will return for 2025 and debuted a new strategy for dealing with the Michigan Problem.
Siena Heights (NAIA - MI): Siena Heights University is seeking qualified applicants for a full time offensive line coach. This is a full time salary position. Candidates should have at least five years experience coaching offensive line at the college level as well as experience coordinating. Duties will include coaching multiple positions, recruiting a geographic region, academic monitoring, administrative duties, extensive video breakdown of games and practices, as well as some equipment duties. Please send resume, cover letter and references to head coach Matt Kohn at mkohn@sienaheights.edu.
UMass: Tre Bell has officially joined the staff as corners coach.
UNLV: Last night we reported UNLV was moving quickly, this morning we're told they are in agreement, Dan Mullen will be the new head coach of the UNLV Rebels.
Florida State: Another former UCF assistant is making the 250-mile trip from Orlando to Tallahassee.
Atlanta Falcons: Despite ranking last in the NFL in sacks, opponent completion percentage, passer rating against, and touchdowns, head coach Raheem Morris confirmed confidence in first-year NFL defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake.
West Virginia: WVU has now announced Rich Rod as their new head coach. Official.
Clarion (D-II - PA): Mark Speckman, the team's offensive coordinator, has resigned.
North Alabama (FCS): Former UNA player Ben Thomas is returning to the program as the new offensive line coach. He left UNA in 2019 to become a graduate assistant at Tulane before joining the Southern Miss staff as an offensive quality control coach. This past fall, Thomas was elevated to assistant offensive line coach.
Fresno State: Matt Entz is bringing Nick Toth back to Fresno State as his defensive coordinator sources tell FootballScoop.
UNLV: Sources tell FootballScoop UNLV is moving towards a deal with former Florida and Mississippi State head coach Dan Mullen.
FootballScoop Coach of the Year: Finalists for the 2024 FootballScoop Coach of the Year awards were announced Wednesday.
Clarion (D-II - PA): Clarion, an NCAA Division II school and member of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference, is seeking applicants for an Offensive Coordinator. Duties will include coordinating the offense, recruiting a specific geographic area, academic monitoring, and other duties assigned by the head football coach. This position is full time with benefits. Bachelor’s degree is required, Master’s preferred. Please use this link to apply
Winona State (D-II): The Winona State University Football Staff is actively seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join them as an assistant football coach / S&C Coach. Position to be determined. This is a Restricted Earnings OR Graduate Assistant Position. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; Certification in CPR/AED/First Aid; Ability to adapt to a demanding schedule and work in a fast-paced environment; CSCS or SCCC certification; Experience with intercollegiate athletics and football is preferred. The Strength and Conditioning Coach will work with football assist with football. If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about strength and conditioning, submit your application. Send your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to the WSU Football staff at Football@winona.edu.
High School Nightmare: A high school head coach shares that he was fired after one season when the administration at his school would not support his vision to have athletes work out in the off season.
Endicott College (D-III - MA): Endicott College is looking for games in Weeks 1 in 2025 and 2026. We are looking for a home and home for 2025 and 2026 but can be a one year deal if needed. If interested, please email: pmcgonagle@endicott.edu.
UCLA: Sources share that DeShaun Foster and the Bruins are working to finalize a deal for the next offensive line coach.
Washington State: Running backs coach Mark Atuaia is moving on after three seasons on the job.
Central Missouri (D-II): Sources tell FootballScoop that Justin Bane, the 2023 FootballScoop D-II Coordinator of the Year and architect of Division II's top passing offense, has resigned.
McNeese (FCS - LA): The program announced a number of hires recently including Kyle Segler (co-OC / OL), Mason Martin (TEs), Chris Gistrob (DL) Kiefer Price (offensive analyst), Raymond Donovan (director of football technology), Matt Saucier (director of equipment operations).
North Carolina: Bill Belichick's first big hire at UNC is longtime confidant and former NFL GM Michael Lombardi.
North Carolina: Bill Belichick will instantly become one of college football's highest-paid head coaches.
Texas Tech: New defensive coordinator Shiel Wood is scheduled to make $3.96 million under his deal with the Red Raiders, per Lubbock Online. He will make $109,909 from December 4 through January 31 and then Tech will pay him $1.2 million, $1.25 million and $1.3 million over the next three years.
West Virginia: A Rich (Rod) return is on the horizon sources tell FootballScoop
Army: The statistical trifecta Monken's squad accomplished against Tulane hasn't been done by any of the game's greatest coaches of the past two decades.
FIU: Willie Simmons has made some key staffing decisions.
UCF: Scott Frost and the Knights are reportedly set to hire a staffer from a College Football Playoff team in a coordinator role.
Broyles Award: Four defensive coordinators and one offensive coordinator are in the running to be named college football's top assistant.
Kennesaw State: Jerry Mack is set to nab a top young assistant to has two prior SEC stops on his resume.
Iowa State: Iowa State has signed Matt Campbell to a new 8-year contract. Details here.
Tulsa: Sources tell FootballScoop Tre Lamb and the Golden Hurricane are adding former SEC tailback and Power Conference assistant to staff.
Assistant Coaching Salaries: USA Today has unveiled its annual assistant coaching salary database. We've got the highlights here.
Personnel salaries: Salaries for some of college football's top personnel executives have been revealed.