Thursday December 17, 2020
Utah State: Sources tell FootballScoop Blake Anderson is targeting Miami's co-coordinator to be his new defensive coordinator at Utah State.
Michigan: Per multiple reports, athletic director Warde Manuel and Jim Harbuagh are currently meeting about Jim's contract. Nick Baumgardner tweets that "At this time, it's unclear when a resolution will happen. U-M remains hopeful for resolution before January."
Southern Miss: The program has announced the additions of Greg Meyer (STC), Dan O'Brien (safeties) and Lance Acar (strength and conditioning). See our FBS Staff Tracker for all Hall's hires to date.
UCLA: If extended a bowl invite, UCLA will decline the invitation. The Bruins enter their match up Saturday with Stanford 3-3.
Colorado State: Sources tell FootballScoop Ram legend Tom Ehlers plans to retire. Ehlers has been part of the Ram coaching staff, football operations and administration for over 30 seasons. To borrow a line from his bio, "Originally a competitor on the gridiron as a four-year starter on the Rams’ offensive and defensive lines, he began a new career after his playing career, channeling his gregarious enthusiasm into the coaching profession. And now, including his chapter as director of operations, his tenure as a member of the football staff is the longest by an assistant in school history." In addition to his service to Colorado State, Ehlers has also served the profession well, including recently serving as President of the National Committee of directors of football operations. Congratulations Tom on a wonderful career.
Maryland: The Terps have paused all team activities due to positive COVID tests. Their game against Michigan State on Saturday has been cancelled.
Arizona: According to a tweet from Jason Scheer, there is mutual interest between Arizona and Boise State head coach Bryan Harsin and there is a "legitimate chance he interviews.
Oregon: The board has unanimously approved Mario Cristobal's new 6-year contract, as expected.
Austin Peay (FCS - TN): Akeem Davis, who spent the last four seasons on staff at Southern Miss, is joining the staff as co-defensive coordinator / defensive backs coach, Pete Thamel tweets. Davis started at Southern Miss as a defensive graduate assistant before being promoted to corners coach. Prior to the 2020 season Davis moved to running backs.
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NC State: Dave Doeren calls out analysts on air for "disrespect of our program"...and delivers donuts?
Auburn: Things are happening on the Plains.
Purdue: Jeff Brohm is making a change as defensive coordinator.
Kentucky: Mark Stoops' overhaul of the UK staff continues with the announcement of their new offensive line coach
New York Giants: Offensive coordinator Jason Garrett has tested positive. Freddie Kitchens will call the offense this week....vs the Browns!
South Dakota State’s Split Mid-Zone Concept:In order to run the ball effectively in the highly competitive Missouri Valley Conference, it became necessary to find ways to get uber disciplined second level defenders to misfit base zone concepts. South Dakota State University found its answer in mixing its Mid Zone run with divide zone (swipe) action. The wider aiming point for the back prevented LBs from back gapping like they would in traditional divide zones and the possibility of the ball cutting back prevented defensive linemen from “lagging” on the full zone blocking scheme. After toying with the concept, the Jackrabbits majored in it the past couple of seasons where it assisted in accounting for 200 yards on the ground per game. Offensive line coach and offensive coordinator Jason Eck worked exclusively with the researchers at X&O Labs to detail how he meshes the blocking scheme and how he formations the play in continually finding ways to gut the defense. Enter The LAB: Go here to read this report and watch the game film.
Oregon: Mario Cristobal's new contract at Oregon includes a 2-year extension and includes a significant raise and buyout terms. More on his new contract here.
Kentucky: South Carolina offensive line coach Eric Wolford will be Kentucky’s new offensive line coach. Matt Zenitz tweets the deal could be official as early as today.
Albright (D-III - PA): Albright College is seeking a defensive coordinator / assistant recruiting coordinator. This is a full time/12 month position with benefits. Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume and contact info for three professional references to John Marzka, Head Football Coach at jmarzka@albright.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately as we are looking to get our DC in place before spring semester begins. No phone calls please. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
Deion Sanders: Coach Prime had himself a heck of an early signing day.
Brady Ackerman: Former Jackson State running backs coach Brady Ackerman has been hired as the head coach at Belleview HS (FL). Ackerman has prior college coaching stops at Jacksonville State, Valdosta State, and Florida where he has worked under Mike Leach, Dana Holgorsen, and Hal Mumme.
Illinois: Our update at Illinois from yesterday, where a certain former Big Ten coach is involved.
Vermillion (CC - MN): Source tells FootballScoop Terrence Isaac Sr will be the next head football coach at Vermilion Community College in Ely MN. Coach Isaac is a VCC alum. He played for VCC from 1995-1997. Coach Isaac recently coached at Green Oaks high school in Shreveport LA.
FBS Staff Tracker: The 2020-21 FBS Staff Tracker page, where you can see how each new head coach is filling their staff, is up and running.
Arizona: An update at Arizona, where a familiar name returns.
New Coaching Changes Page: Keep track of all the 2020-21 NFL and College head coaching movement here.