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New Research - How Two Programs Are Solving Backside Issues in Wide Zone: You can’t make a living on wide zone runs without consistently handling the backside edge. While nakeds and slice concepts can only get you so far, defenses will eventually adapt by pushing second-level backers to fit run-throughs and chase down ball carriers. X&O Labs' Mike Kuchar studied how two programs treat outside zone like inside zone by building backside tags to handle these issues. William and Mary have gone wholesale into using triple option principles on the backside while UCONN has implemented quick game concepts like snag and smash to manipulate flat defenders. Both have generated explosives for the quarterback on pull reads when flat defenders get stretched. Read more (watch game film).
Auburn: Cadillac Williams has resigned from his post.
Alabama: The Crimson Tide pay tribute to Nick Saban with "Greatness Witnessed," voiced by Tom Rinaldi.
USC: Roy Manning, who worked with the Edges last season, is moving on and will not be back.
Northwestern: An update on David Braun's staff at Northwestern.
Chicago Bears: 49ers pass game coordinator Klint Kubiak is expected to interview for the offensive play caller opening, Jeremy Fowler shares.
Florida State: The program has negotiated a settlement with the NCAA which has resulted in some unique penalties, a show-cause for an assistant, disassociation from a collective, a booster and more.
New England Patriots: Jerod Mayo is widely considered perhaps the top candidate to replace Bill Belichick in New England and because they established a firm, contractual succession plan and communicated it to the NFL, they could simply hire him without having to go through the lengthy, customary process, Ian Rapoport shares.
Atlanta Falcons: The team has requested an interview with Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald for the head coaching opening, Adam Schefter shares. The Falcons, Titans, Commanders, Panthers and Chargers have all requested Macdonald as well.
Illinois: Linebackers coach Andy Buh and defensive backs coach Antonio Fenelus are no longer with the program.
Wyoming: Linebackers coach Aaron Bohl has now officially been promoted to defensive coordinator. Further, Jason Petrino is joining the staff coaching safeties and additional responsibilities sources tell FootballScoop. ESPN is also reporting on Petrino joining the staff. Petrino served as defensive coordinator and oversaw safeties as well at NDSU this past season.
Northwestern: Sources confirm to FootballScoop San Diego State offensive line coach Bill O'Boyle will be the new offensive line coach at Northwestern. More staff changes coming as well....
Washington State: Special teams analyst Dan Ferrigno, who has stops across college football at places like Western Michigan, Oregon State, Cal, USC, Oregon, San Diego State, Michigan, San Jose State and Cal Poly, has decided to retire.
New York Giants: Former Raiders offensive line coach Carmen Bricillo has joined the Giants staff in the same capacity.
Northwestern: Washington analyst Paul Creighton is expected to fill the tight ends position on David Braun's staff, 247 is reporting.
Alabama: The search for Nick Saban's successor is fully activated.
Nick Saban: In his own words, why Nick Saban decided now was the time.
Texas A&M: Bryant Gross-Armiento, who worked with the secondary last season, is being retained in a senior defensive analyst role.
Gulf Shores (HS - AL): Former college head coach Mark Hudspeth at Gulf Shores High School is looking for 1 offensive, 1 defensive and 1 special teams intern to work with him, offensive coordinator Kenny Edenfield and defensive coordinator Brian VanGorder. Salary is $15,000, no teaching, opportunity for extra benefits, future advancement, some meals provided and live at the BEACH! Gulf Shores finished the season 15-0 and won the 5A State Championship this season! Please email resume to Director of Football Operations Jacob Sparkman at jsparkman@gsboe.org
West Chester (D-II - PA): The Golden Rams have hired one of Division III's most successful coaches to take over their program.
Louisiana Monroe: Here's an update on the staff Bryant Vincent is putting together - ULM Staff Tracker.
New Hampshire (FCS - NH): University of New Hampshire has openings for an Offensive and Defensive Quality Control position. These are strictly VOLUNTEER positions; there is NO compensation, housing, or benefits but does include occasional meals. There are 5 previous Quality Control coaches in full-time roles on staff. Ideal candidates must be highly organized, proficient in DVsport, Microsoft Excel, Visio, Word, PowerPoint and other computer skills. Previous experience coaching or playing is preferred. All interested and qualified applicants should email their resume, references, and cover letter to mfelsker1@unh.edu
All-Saban Team: With Alabama's dynasty now complete, Zach names the All-Saban Alabama team. That 22 beats, well, just about everyone.
Indiana: Curt Cignetti has announced the hires of Matt Wilson (assistant AD for player personnel) and Blake Jackson (DFO). Jackson spent the past two seasons at Arkansas State while Wilson brings experience from Mississippi State, Arkansas State and NC State.
New Hampshire (FCS - NH): University of New Hampshire has openings for recruiting interns and a Director of Graphic Design. These are strictly VOLUNTEER positions; there is NO compensation, housing, or benefits but does include occasional meals. There were 3 previous assistants last year who went on to FBS roles. The Ideal candidates must be highly organized, proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other computer skills. Previous experience with social media, recruiting, or personnel is preferred. All interested and qualified applicants should email their resume, references, and cover letter to mfelsker1@unh.edu.
Michigan State: Over a year after it was initiated, the long-running sexual harassment investigation into former head coach Mel Tucker is officially over as an outside attorney has denied his appeal in a final decision, USA Today shares.
Western Michigan: Five days ago we shared Walt Bell would be the new offensive coordinator for Lance Taylor in Kalamazoo, and today he was formally announced as the team's new offensive coordinator.
Oklahoma State: Paul Randolph, who spent last two seasons at Indiana, is the new defensive line coach in Stillwater. Before his time with the Hoosiers he spent three seasons coaching the defensive line at Texas Tech.
AFCA: Executive director Todd Berry held his annual 'State of the Game' press conference this morning. Here's what you need to know.
Jerry Kill: After two years of unprecedented success leading New Mexico State, an SEC program is working to bring Jerry Kill on staff, per report.
Austin (D-III - TX): Austin College in Sherman, TX is looking for a game on 9/7. If interested please email tjwhite@austincollege.edu
University of Jamestown (D-II - ND): University of Jamestown is looking to hire a full-time offensive skill position. Must have college recruiting experience. Compensation is based on experience and includes full benefits. Responsibilities include offensive game planning, coaching a position, recruiting and academic overview of position group. Please email offensive coordinator Jason Challeen at Jason.challeen@uj.edu with resume and references.
FDU-Florham (D-III - NJ): Fairleigh Dickinson University has an immediate opening for a full-time Assistant Coach. The position will be on the Defensive side of the ball and could have possible coordinator responsibilities (Defensive or Special Teams Coordinator). Please send cover letter, resume and references to Anthony Van Curen at fdufootball@gmail.com. In the subject of the email please put "FDU Defensive Candidate."
Pasadena City College (JC - CA): Pasadena City College is seeking an Offensive Coordinator. This position includes a monthly stipend and athletic classes as an adjunct instructor. Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years experience or Associate’s Degree and 6 years experience is required. Local candidates with availability in the late afternoon/early evening are encouraged to apply. Please send your resume to rtucker6@pasadena.edu.
Texas Rio Grande Valley (FCS): Chris Brasfield, who has an impressive resume with previous stops at SMU, Nebraska, Oregon, TCU and Oregon State, has joined the staff as wide receivers coach.
Las Vegas Raiders: Colts assistant GM Ed Dodds is expected to interview for the vacant GM position, per Jeremy Fowler.
Louisiana Tech: Offensive line coach Nathan Young, who has spent the past two seasons with the program under Sonny Cumbie, has been elevated to co-offensive coordinator.
Bluefield State (D-II - WV): Head coach Tony Coaxum and the program have parted ways. Coaxum spent the past three seasons leading the program, finishing 1-9 this past season.
South Dakota (FCS): Wide receivers coach Craig Bagnell has resigned after one season to pursue other opportunities.
Lake Erie (D-II - OH): Denison (D-III - OH) co-defensive coordinator / defensive backs coach Cody Cruzen has accepted the defensive coordinator job. Also, Otterbein (D-III - OH) tight ends coach Manny Belluccia has accepted a defensive assistant position with the program. Belluccia spent the past two seasons at Otterbein.
Jacksonville State: Rhode Island (FCS) secondary coach Brandon Napoleon has taken the safeties job on staff, per source.
Atlanta Falcons: The team has put in a request to interview Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan for the head coaching job, Tom Pelissero shares.
Tennessee Titans: Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik has received an interview request, Ian Rapoport tweets.
Carleton (D-III - MN): Carleton College is looking to hire an offensive coordinator at its highly selective liberal arts college. This position will oversee and coordinate all operations of offense, manage all football video operations, coordinate one of the four special teams, and recruit and manage recruiting territory. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree, four years of college recruiting/coaching experience, and experience with recruiting database management. Preferred qualities include a master’s degree and offensive coordinator experience. Apply via this link.
Eastern Illinois (FCS): Head coach Chris Wilkerson has announced a number of internal promotions at EIU, including to fill all three coordinator spots. As we previously shared, associate head coach Kyle Derickson is taking over as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, and inside linebackers coach Collin Geier has been elevated to defensive coordinator. Outside linebackers coach Andrew Brady has added special teams coordinator duties, and corners coach Maurice Fleming is adding defensive pass game coordinator responsibilities while offensive line coach John Cannova is adding run game coordinator duties. Also, Turner Pugh will continue to coach the running backs and serve as recruiting coordinator.
Alabama State (FCS): Sources tell us with Chris Barnette coming in as offensive coordinator, quarterbacks coach Patrick Browning is not being retained. Browning also held the pass game coordinator title last season.
Eastern Illinois (FCS): The program has announced several promotions, including at all three coordinator spots. As perviously
Louisiana Monroe: UAB analyst Taylor Dupuis is now at ULM as quarterbacks coach, per source.
Rice: Rice is looking for candidates interested in football operations. The position will be an unpaid volunteer assistant that reports to the Director of Football Operations. Job responsibilities would include but are not limited to daily facility up keep, assisting with travel planning, assisting with game day preparation, and assisting with all aspects of recruiting. Interested applicants should email Director of Football Ops Lee Menefee at Lee.menefee@rice.edu.
Montana Western (NAIA): The University of Montana Western has an immediate opening for a restricted earnings coach on offense. Position duties include; a recruiting area, leading a position group, directing meetings, assisting in offensive game planning and special teams assignments. Compensation is a 10-month stipend, summer camp stipend and on campus apartment for full year. Email a cover letter, resume and references to ryan.nourse@umwestern.edu. No phone calls please.
Tennessee Tech (FCS - TN): Tennessee Tech University has 2 openings for a Director of On Campus Recruiting and an Assistant Director of Player Personnel. These are strictly VOLUNTEER positions; there is NO compensation, housing OR benefits with occasional meals and potential to earn camp money. The Ideal candidates must be highly organized, proficient in Microsoft Excel, Visio, Word, PowerPoint and other computer skills. Previous experience in recruiting, personnel or playing is preferred. All interested and qualified applicants should email their resume, references, and cover letter to jmcmullen@tntech.edu.
Atlanta Falcons: The team has requested permission to interview Niners defensive coordinator Steve Wilks for their head coaching opening, per Mike Garafolo.
New England Patriots: After 24 seasons, Bill Belichick and the Patriots have decided to part ways.
Chicago Bears: Shane Waldron, the offensive coordinator for the Seahawks last season, has received an interview request for the Bears offensive coordinator opening.
Memphis: Sources tell FootballScoop Memphis is set to bring home a former star player and NFL coach for a spot on the defensive staff.
Quincy (D-II - IL): Quincy University is looking to hire a full-time defensive back coach. Candidates with a background in special teams are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested parties should email a cover letter, resume and references to Defensive Coordinator Michael Pannone at pannomi@quincy.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled.
Utah State: New Mexico State defensive coordinator Nate Dreiling is reportedly heading to Utah State.
Alabama: Nick Saban has decided to retire. This is not a drill.
MTSU: Northern Iowa offensive coordinator Bodie Reeder is slotted to become offensive coordinator for Derek Mason at MTSU.
Nick Saban: When reflecting on the undisputed greatest coach in college football history, one keeps reflecting on the countless number of lives he's changed.
Montana State (FCS): After losing Taylor Housewright to the FBS, sources tell FootballScoop that Brent Vigen is moving quickly to promote his next offensive coordinator from within.
Murray State (FCS - KY): Murray State has officially hired Jody Wright as head coach. More here.
Seattle Seahawks: After 14 seasons, hundreds of sidelines paced and thousands of pieces of gum chewed, Pete Carroll is stepping down as head coach.
LSU: Texas defensive line coach Bo Davis has accepted LSU's offer; but wait, there's (potentially) more...
UCLA: Sources share that Chip Kelly is hiring Billy Fessler as his new quarterbacks coach.
Akron: Sources tell FootballScoop the Zips are hiring Taylor Housewright as offensive coordinator / quarterbacks.
Chicago: The Bears have now announced five offensive coaches won't return.
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