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South Dakota State (FCS): The defending national champions have added Robbie Rouse to the staff as running backs coach. He previously coached the running backs at Cal Poly (FCS).
Northern Iowa (FCS): The University of Northern Iowa has hired Keelon Brookins as the Panthers' cornerbacks coach. Brookins, who spent a graduate-senior season as a player for UNI following his first four years at Wisconsin, had previously served on staff at Kent State, where he helped coach both the program's special teams units and in the secondary.
Appalachian State: Western Kentucky inside linebackers coach Travis Cunningham is expected to join the staff, Matt Zenitz tweets.
Southern Illinois (FCS): Defensive line coach Antonio James has added the assistant head coach title.
Alabama: Sources tell FootballScoop that Notre Dame's Tommy Rees has been offered the offensive coordinator job.
Eastern Michigan: When hiring his latest defensive line coach, Chris Creighton devised a unique test for the interview process.
Georgia: Charleston Southern (FCS) tight ends coach Manrey Saint-Amour is joining the staff as an offensive analyst, Matt Zenitz tweets.
Stetson (FCS - FL): Per source, Norman Joseph has been hired as offensive coordinator. Coach Joseph has over 4 decades of coaching experience at the FBS, FCS, NAIA, Division 3, and High School levels. Also, head coach Brian Young will be taking over the defensive play calling duties going forward.
Boston College: Sources tell FootballScoop that veteran offensive line coach Dave DeGuglielmo is not expected to return at BC.
Miami: A veteran offensive coordinator name has emerged in the 'Canes search for a new offensive coordinator, sources tell FootballScoop.
Michigan: Sources tell FootballScoop that Jim Harbaugh and the Wolverines are adding a young FCS coach to the support staff.
UT-Martin (FCS): The defensive line job has been filled. Thanks for the overwhelming interest.
Louisiana Tech: Anthony Camp, who spent the past four seasons at Louisiana Tech as a defensive assistant, is leaving to become the defensive coordinator at Central (Baton Rouge, LA).
Indianapolis Colts: Eagles offensive coordinator Shane Steichen is scheduled to have his second head coaching interview with the Colts on Saturday, Adam Schefter tweets.
Delaware State (FCS): Delaware State has hired DJ White as their next linebackers coach, per source. White previously served as safeties / secondary coach for the last three seasons at Morehead State (FCS) and was at Wagner (FCS - NY) prior.
Independence CC (JC - KS): Defensive coordinator Steve McCollom is stepping down to pursue a career outside of college coaching, sources tell FootballScoop.
Wittenberg (D-III - OH): Wittenberg University has an open defensive backs job. Interested candidates can apply or learn more via this link.
UAB: Former defensive coordinator David Reeves has been named head coach at Jasper HS (AL).
Ottawa University (NAIA - AZ): Ottawa University Arizona has an immediate opening for a restricted earnings OR graduate assistant defensive backs coach. College coaching and recruiting experience is preferred. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, equipment organization, practice planning, coaching a position group, leading meetings, film break down, player evaluation, recruiting, promotion, marketing of the program, and assisting in general day to day football operations. To apply for this position, send resume and references to Head Coach, Mike Nesbitt at mike.nesbitt@ottawa.edu.
West Alabama (D-II): Sources tell FootballScoop that offensive line coach Devin Bice has added the title of run game coordinator.
Bethune-Cookman (FCS - FL): Raymond Woodie is expected to become the new head coach at Bethune-Cookman, Matt Zenitz tweets. Woodie has had prior stops at FAU, Oregon and Florida State.
Mississippi Valley State (FCS): Amir Gant has been hired as the team's new receivers coach after spending last season at Fayette Ware HS (MS), per source.
Texas Southern (FCS): Aman Anand has joined the staff as running backs coach / special teams coordinator, per source. He previously spent three seasons with Dave Aranda at Baylor as a special teams analyst.
Waldorf (NAIA - IA): Waldorf is looking for a game Nov. 11 2023. NAIA or D3 preferred. Interested programs can reach out to Coach Aune at Ethan.aune@waldorf.edu
Ottawa (NAIA - AZ): Ottawa University Arizona has an immediate opening for a restricted earnings OR graduate assistant defensive line coach. College coaching and recruiting experience is preferred. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, equipment organization, practice planning, coaching a position group, leading meetings, film break down, player evaluation, recruiting, promotion, marketing of the program, and assisting in general day to day football operations. To apply for this position, send resume and references to Head Coach, Mike Nesbitt at mike.nesbitt@ottawa.edu.
Miami Dolphins: The team has parted ways with offensive line coach Matt Applebaum, per multiple reports.
Wagner (FCS - NY): Per source, Derek Getchell who spent the last three seasons coaching Bentley (D-II - MA) has accepted the defensive line job at Wagner. Getchell coached the defensive line, linebackers, and served as special teams coordinator while at Bentley.
Syracuse: Former Nebraska defensive backs coach Travis Fisher has now been formally announced as the new corners coach for Dino Babers.
Arizona Cardinals: Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn is expected to meet with the Cardinals again, per Josina Anderson. Glenn initially met with the Cardinals about their head coaching opening last month.
Alabama: Notre Dame offensive coordinator Tommy Rees reportedly a top target for the Alabama offensive play calling opportunity.
Tennessee: FootballScoop can confirm that offensive analyst Alec Abeln is expected to get elevated to tight ends coach. Matt Zenitz has tweeted the same.
Houston: With the 2023 Big 12 schedule now out, Dana Holgorsen bluntly -- but accurately -- laid out everything Houston needs to compete in its bigger, more competitive, more expensive new conference. "What we're dealing with now is going to be dead last in the Big 12."
Western Kentucky: Per multiple reports, Central Michigan offensive line coach William Vlachos is joining the WKU staff as defensive run game coordinator / pass rush coordinator. He previously served in a similar role on the staff at Colorado.
South Alabama: Eric Collier is stepping down as the head coach at Theodore HS (AL) after ten seasons to join Kane Wommack's staff in an off-field role, per AL.com.
New Orleans Saints: Former Browns defensive coordinator Joe Woods is interviewing for the defensive coordinator job, Tom Pelissero tweets. Woods previously worked on Dennis Allen's staff with the Raiders back in 204.
Tampa Bay Bucs: According to Greg Auman, the following seven coaches have interviewed for the offensive coordinator opening (many of these we've previously shared): Jim Bob Cooter, Ronald Curry, Klint Kubiak, Todd Monken, Keenan McCardell, Dan Pitcher, and Shea Tierney.
Northwestern: Christian Smith has now been formally announced as the Wildcats new defensive line coach.
Chicago Bears: Jon Hoke, who previously coached the Bears defensive backs under Lovie Smith from 2009-14, has returned to Chicago as defensive backs coach. The former Maryland defensive coordinator spent the past two seasons coaching the secondary for the Falcons. Also, Isaiah Harris (player engagement / assistant S&C), and Pierre Ngo (assistant S&C) have joined the team, Zach Cable has joined the team in an offensive quality control role, and Omar Young has been promoted to assistant quarterbacks / wide receivers coach.
Wilkes (D-III - PA): Wilkes University is looking to hire an assistant coach in a non-benefited role on the Defensive side of the ball. This position is an entry-level position and is a great opportunity to gain experience in recruiting and on-field coaching. Preference will be given to those with experience in coaching. The position can be flexible and we are open to all positions. This person needs to possess strong communication skills, infectious energy, and a growth mindset. Technical experience with excel, HUDL, and Visio is preferred. This coach will also be given their own recruiting area. Housing is provided year round and some meals. The stipend is $12,000 annually. Looking to fill this position ASAP. Please email your resume and references to Defensive Coordinator Anthony Trotta at anthony.trotta1@wilkes.edu . Opened until filled.
Buffalo Bills: Joe Danna has joined the staff as safeties coach. Danna coached the safeties for the Texans last year, and spent the previous five seasons with the Jaguars in a variety of roles.
North Carolina: Mack Brown and the school have agreed to a one-year contract extension keeping him with the Tar Heels through the 2027 season. Financial terms of the deal remain the same as the extension he received last year, with a salary of $5 million per season.
Indianapolis Colts: The team is nearly done with their second round of interviews and are considering a third round, Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport share.
Eastern Washington (FCS): Former Sioux Falls (D-II - SD) offensive coordinator / offensive coordinator Hayden Mace has accepted the offensive line job, per source.
Montana State (FCS): Al Johnson, who coached the running backs at Wisconsin last year, has joined the staff as offensive line coach. Johnson played his college ball at Wisconsin in the early 2000s, anchoring the Badgers offensive line at center.
Morehouse (D-II - GA): Rice corners coach Gerard Wilcher is expected to be the program's new head coach, Pete Thamel tweets. Wilcher is a Morehouse alumnus.
USFL: The USFL is looking for 8 Video Directors to join the league. The USFL will require 2 Video Directors to be in each of the hub cities of Birmingham-AL, Memphis-TN, Detroit-MI, and Canton-OH and be assigned to a specific team in that hub. The USFL Video Department is responsible for assisting with video-related tasks for practices and game days. As the Video Director, you will oversee all aspects of Football Video for the team you are assigned using different production methods and techniques. Additionally, you will assist in the training and mentoring of the Assistant Video Director. This will be a seasonal role, expected to run from early March through July. If interested, please apply on www.foxcareers.com. Job number: R50021471. Title: Team Video Director – USFL
Detroit Lions: Dre Bly has joined the staff as corners coach. Bly coached the corners the last few seasons at North Carolina for Mack Brown before the two sides agreed to a mutual parting of the ways in mid-January.
Boston College: Former Stanford assistant special teams coach Matt Moran has joined the staff in a similar role, per source. Moran spent seven seasons coaching special teams under David Shaw with the Cardinal.
Jacksonville Jaguars: FIU offensive line coach Greg Austin is reportedly leaving for a spot on the Jaguars staff.
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John Melvin University (Crowley, LA): John Melvin University, who hopes to transition to NAIA in 2024, has hired Cumberland (NAIA - TN) defensive line coach Don Lee Sr. as their new head coach. John Melvin University will be competing in football for the fall semester of 2023. Coach Lee is looking for a Offensive Coordinator please send all resumes to dlee@johnmelvin.university
USFL: The USFL is looking for 8 Assistant Video Directors to join the league. The USFL will require 2 Assistant Video Directors to be in each of the hub cities of Birmingham-AL, Memphis-TN, Detroit-MI, and Canton-OH and be assigned to a specific team in that hub. The USFL Video Department is responsible for assisting with video-related tasks for practices and game days. As the Assistant Video Director, you will collaborate with the Video Director and assist in overseeing all aspects of Football Video for the team you are assigned using different production methods and techniques. This will be a seasonal role, expected to run from early March through July. If interested, please apply on www.foxcareers.com using job number: R50021472. Title: Team Assistant Video Director - USFL
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Northwestern State (FCS - LA): Louisiana defensive analyst Chris Gistorb is set to join the staff as the new defensive line coach, Matt Zenitz tweets. Gistorb worked with the defensive line at Louisiana.
Georgia Military (JC): Georgia Military College is searching for a Defensive Assistant coach to fill an opening on its Junior College football staff. Applicants should preferably have experience coaching the defensive secondary at the collegiate level and experience with coaching special teams. Experience working with the Cornerbacks will be given priority. The position will entail other off the field responsibilities such as academic oversight/coordination of student athletes, assisting in the Strength & Conditioning program, assist in monitoring housing areas of student athletes, and other duties to be determined by the Head Coach/Athletic Director that support the football program and the overall development of our student athletes. This is a full-time position that includes a benefit package. All applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree to be considered for this position. Please send Cover Letter, Resume, and References to Defensive Coordinator, Dustin Ramsey, at dramsey@gmc.edu.
Davenport (D-II - MI): Davenport is looking for an opponent Week 2 (September 9th 2023). Would prefer a D-II opponent, but will play a FCS, NAIA or D-III opponent. Interested programs can contact smcewen@davenport.edu.
South Alabama: Katie Bianco has joined the staff as director of football recruiting. She previously served as the assistant on-campus recruiting coordinator at Auburn.
Marian (NAIA - IN): Sources tell FootballScoop that an FCS assistant is leaving for the defensive coordinator job at NAIA power Marian.
Temple: The Owls are filling their running backs job with an NFL staffer, sources tell FootballScoop.
East Tennessee State (FCS): Per source, Dallas Dickey has accepted the receivers job at ETSU. He arrives after coaching the same position at UT-Martin (FCS) last season and previously served in a quality control role at East Tennessee state under Randy sanders from 2018-21.
Elizabeth City State (D-II - NC): Elizabeth City State is searching for a Week 1 opponent for 2023/2024. 2023 must be a home game for ECSU. Open to all levels, but D2 school is preferred. Interested schools can contact Elizabeth City State University football staff at vikingfootball@ecsu.edu.
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