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Florida State's Two-Match Coverage with Invert Principles: Cover 5 (man under, two deep) is a solid 3rd Down non-pressure coverage for good reason: It shores up underneath routes and protects against vertical pipes. But it’s still susceptible to mismatch issues and can be an easy identifier for a smart QB. The last two seasons Florida State has integrated more split field coverage concepts into a two-man umbrella pitting corners as over-the-top defenders while safeties match routes underneath. And according to defensive coordinator Adam Fuller, the invert concept gives a different picture for the quarterback, becoming another way to play split safety defense and have the same run-fit structure as quarters. This was the Seminole’s go-to coverage on third down the last two seasons. They ended the 2023 season 2nd in team passing efficiency defense, 4th in third-down defense and 6th in scoring defense nationally. Read the full report here.
LSU: Missouri defensive coordinator Blake Baker is taking the same job at LSU, per multiple reports. This will be a triumphant return for the former LSU assistant.
Oklahoma: After initially turning to the veteran Ted Roof, Brent Venables is pivoting to his 30-year-old protege to run the Sooners defense.
Baylor: Long-time TCU assistant Jarrett Anderson is joining Dave Aranda's staff as tight ends coach. Anderson spent the 2023 at UTSA as assistant offensive line coach.
Ball State: The program has now formally announced Jeff Knowles as their new defensive coordinator. Knowles spent last season at Butler (FCS - IN).
Carthage (D-III - WI): The Firebirds have hired Endicott (D-III - MA) defensive coordinator Matt Popino as their new head coach.
Wyoming: The Cowboys are hiring a former Big Ten play caller as their new offensive coordinator, sources confirm.
Doane (NAIA - NE): Jonathan Johnson has been named the new head coach after helping to start the program at Hilbert College (D-III - NY) last season as the assistant head coach / defensive coordinator. Prior to that, he was the defensive coordinator at Stetson (FCS - FL).
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 line at the collegiate level and experience with coaching special teams. The position will entail other off-the-field responsibilities such as academic oversight/coordination of student-athletes, 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. A background in Strength & Conditioning is a plus. 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 resumes to Defensive Coordinator Dustin Ramsey at dramsey@gmc.edu.
Houston Christian (FCS): Offensive coordinator Jason Bachtel will be the new head coach of the program the University has announced.
Oklahoma: The program announced today they are "mutually parting ways" with defensive coordinator Ted Roof.
Kansas State: The program has announced the promotion of offensive line coach Conor Riley to offensive coordinator and the addition of former Texas Tech and Utah State head coach Matt Wells as co-offensive coordinator / quarterbacks coach / associate head coach.
Central Missouri (D-II): Head coach Josh Lamberson has signed a five-year extension keeping him with the school through the 2028 season. Lamberson led the Mules to an 11-2 season last fall.
Michigan State: Sources tell FootballScoop Jonathan Smith is adding Aaron Pflugrad to his staff.
College Football Playoff: A new network is reportedly prepping for a major bid as the time to negotiate a new TV contract, and a new calendar, arrives.
NFL: The NFLPA surveyed players to find out the coordinators they would most like to play for, and one NFL team put all three coordinators on the list.
Coaches of the Year: Today we announced Coordinators of the Year at the FCS, D-II, D-III and NAIA levels. Please join us and our friends at AstroTurf in congratulating each of these men for their work this season.
Troy: Troy is set to add a defensive line coach with ACC and NFL experience, per source.
Fort Hays State (D-II - KS): Fort Hays State University has an immediate opening for the position of Defensive Graduate Assistant. The position will start this Spring (January 2024).The stipend for a graduate assistant position is $10,000 for a 10-month contract The position includes 18 graduate credit hours per year (9 hours per semester). Bachelor’s degree is required and applicants must be accepted into graduate school. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the head coach and defensive staff with day-to-day operations, practice planning and set-up, film breakdown, equipment, travel, recruiting a territory, assisting with a position group, and other duties related to the position as assigned by the head coach. Please email a letter of application, resume, and list of at least three professional references to defensive line coach Layton Hickel at lrhickel@fhsu.edu. No phone calls please.
Buffalo: Running backs coach Bryan Applewhite and linebackers coach Kevin Corless are no longer with the program, 247 shares.
Gettysburg (D-III - PA): Gettysburg College has a position opening for stipend coaches. This is an opportunity to gain experience at a high academic institution. Interested candidates can send cover letter & resumes to mbanks@gettysburg.edu
Nichols (D-III - MA): Nichols is looking to hire two full-time coordinator positions. The first is offensive coordinator / offensive line, and the other is defensive coordinator. Follow this link for the offensive opening, and this one for defense.
Maine Maritime (D-III): Maine Maritime Academy is seeking applicants for both offensive and defensive Interns. Coach will be responsible for coaching their own position group and assisting the coordinators and head coach in all areas of the program. The stipend pays $9,000 for 9 months and includes housing. Interviews may take place at the Convention. Please submit resume and references to mmafootball1941@gmail.com.
USFL: Staffs with the New Jersey Generals, Pittsburgh Maulers and Philadelphia Stars have been let go with the recent XFL / USFL merger.
Kennesaw State (FCS - GA): Mike Pelton has joined the staff as defensive ends coach. He spent last season at Sewanee (D-III - TN) as the defensive coordinator.
Austin Peay (FCS - TN): Sources tell FootballScoop Carson Hailey has joined the staff as an offensive graduate assistant after previously serving in an offensive quality control role at Gardner-Webb (FCS - NC).
Pacific (D-III- OR): Pacific University is currently seeking a restricted-earnings assistant football coach on the defensive side. The responsibilities of this position will be (but not limited to) position meetings, film break down, recruiting, and all other duties deemed necessary as assigned by the head coach. Requirements for this position include a bachelor’s degree and experience playing at the college level or some coaching experience. Compensation will be commensurate with experience, but note this is not a full time opportunity. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Interested applicants should send a letter of application, resume, and three recommendation contacts including phone numbers to the email BoxerFootball@pacificu.edu. Please no phone calls.
Princeton (FCS - NJ): The Princeton University Football program is looking to fill an Offensive Quality Control position. Strongest consideration will be given to candidates who are proficient in XOS, Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Excel. The position will be responsible for a range of tasks, including assisting the offensive staff with opponent breakdowns, self-scout, playbook creation, and video coordination. The position will also assist the Head Coach and/or DFO with administrative tasks as assigned. This is a paid position with no housing or benefits provided. Meals will be provided during training camp and the season. Please send a resume and references in PDF format to PrincetonQCJob@gmail.com.
Grand View (IA): Grand View University is looking to fill an offensive graduate assistant position. Position will be responsible for the following: film breakdown, practice organization, game day preparation, recruiting area, student-athlete development, and other duties assigned by the Head Football Coach & Offensive Coordinator. Must be able to earn admission into graduate programs. All interested applicants should email resume and references to dfulton@grandview.edu.
Penn (FCS): Johns Hopkins (D-III - MD) head coach Greg Chimera is stepping down to become a coordinator at Penn.
Michigan State: A number of staffers in East Lansing no longer have roles with the program, sources share. Among them are TJ Hollowell (defensive analyst), Nick Ruffing (offensive analyst), Erik Highsmith (offensive analyst), Darrius Sims (defensive analyst), Thomas Wells (special teams analyst), and Grant Klaver (special assistant to the head coach).
Rose Hulman (D-III - IN): Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is hiring a full-time offensive coordinator. Offensive Line experience is preferred. Interested candidates should apply via this link.
Syracuse: Buffalo defensive coordinator Robert Wright has been officially announced as co-defensive / linebackers coach on Fran Brown's staff.
Michigan State: Former Indiana co-defensive coordinator Chad Wilt has been formally announced as co-special teams / rush ends coach.
Georgia State: Georgia State is seeking to hire an offensive line graduate assistant position. Offensive line experience is a plus. Southern ties strongly preferred. MUST be able to earn admissions into a Georgia State Graduate Program. Georgia State Staff will be at the AFCA convention in Nashville this weekend to meet those interested. Please email resumes to hbraxton@gsu.edu by January 12th, 2024.
Marist (FCS - NY): Tom Biscardi, the defensive run game coordinator / linebackers coach at Ithaca (D-III - NY) has joined the staff as linebackers coach, per source.
Richmond (FCS): The University of Richmond has an opening for the position of Football Operations / Recruiting Coordinator. This is a full time position with benefits. Candidates with previous football operations experience on the collegiate level are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should email Jacob Huesman at jacob.huesman@richmond.edu. Please include résumé. Position will be filled as soon as possible.
Maine Maritime (D-III): Maine Maritime Academy is seeking applicants for a restricted earnings DL coach. Coach will be responsible for coaching their own position group and assisting the coordinators and head coach in all areas of the program. The stipend pays $16,000 and includes housing. Please submit resume and references to mmafootball1941@gmail.com.
Western Kentucky: Joe Bernardi is expected to become offensive line coach at WKU 247 sports is reporting. Bernardi coached offensive line at Troy on Jon Sumrall's staff this past season.
Pitt State (D-II - KS): Sources tell FootballScoop the new offensive coordinator at Pitt State will come from the FCS level.
Ball State: Joey Hecklinski, who has served as the running backs coach and recruiting coordinator at Ball State the last several seasons, is set to be named the new head coach at Goshen HS (IN).
Norwich (D-III - VT): Bobby Johnson III has been accepted the assistant head coach for offense / offensive coordinator / offensive line coach job. Johnson has prior coaching stops at University of New England (D-III) and Albion (D-III - MI).
Marist (FCS - NY): Marist is bringing in a young but experienced coordinator from the Division III level, plus a few other key offensive hires.
SMU: Kyle Cooper will move to running backs coach while continuing his role as special teams coordinator and Sam Dunnam has been promoted to an on-field coaching position working with the edges.
Central (D-III - IA): Central College is seeking applicants for an Offensive Coordinator or Offensive Position Coach. This is a full-time position. Prior experience with Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers, or Tight Ends is preferred. Responsibilities include coaching a position, recruiting a territory, film breakdown, game planning, and other duties given by the Head Coach. Please email cover letter, resume, and references to Head Coach Jeff McMartin at mcmartinj@central.edu.
Northwestern: Sources tell FootballScoop that a top FCS coordinator has emerged as a top target for David Braun's offensive coordinator opening.
Highland CC (JC - KS): Daniel Engman, a defensive line assistant at Saint Augustine (D-II - NC) last season, has joined the staff as defensive line coach.
LSU: Brian Kelly has targeted Blake Baker for his defensive coordinator position sources share.
Texas A&M-Kingsville (D-II - TX) : TAMUK is looking to fill an offensive graduate assistant position. Position will be responsible for the following: film breakdown, practice organization, game day preparation, recruiting area, student athlete development, and other duties assigned by the Head Football Coach. This position will include tuition assistance and a meal plan. Qualifications include bachelor's degree and acceptance into graduate program. All interested applicants should email javelinaFB@gmail.com. Please include a cover letter, resume, and three references. No phone calls.
Southern Miss: An update on Southern Miss' offensive staff.
Iowa Western CC (JC - IA): Iowa Western CC is seeking applicants for an Offensive Skill Position Coach. Interested candidates should forward their resume to tspeer@iwcc.edu.
Endicott (D-III - MA): Endicott is seeking applicants for a full time Defensive Coordinator position. Defensive back experience preferred. This position will support football operations including recruiting, practice/game preparation, and student-athlete development. The primary responsibilities of the position will include but are not limited to; assisting the Head Football Coach in all aspects of the football program. Undergraduate degree is needed and Masters preferred. Experience recruiting the Northeast will be given preference. If interested please email your resume and references to Head Coach Paul McGonagle at pmcgonag@endicott.edu No phone calls.
South Carolina: Sources tell FootballScoop South Carolina and running backs coach Montario Hardesty are parting ways after three seasons.
Rockford (D-III - IL): Rockford University is seeking applicants for full time assistant best position coach available on either side of the ball. Responsibilities will include coaching a position, recruiting, and other tasks assigned by head coach and coordinators. The salary is $36,500.00 with full medical benefits. Please email resume and references to Head Coach Calvin Toliver at ctoliver@rockford.edu.
Midway (Sprint - KY): Former Westminster (D-III - MO) offensive coordinator Elbert Kern has accepted his first college head coaching job leading the Midway Sprint program.
Knox (D-III - IL): Knox College has an immediate opening for a defensive assistant. Position is FT with benefits. Compensation commensurate with experience. Will remain open until closed. Looking for candidates with a strength and conditioning background. Ideally certified or willing to become certified via USAW or CSCS. Please submit resume and reference materials via email to awillits@knox.edu. No phone calls.
New Mexico State: A few additional pieces have come together on Tony Sanchez's initial staff at NMSU.
Livingstone College (D-II - NC): Per source, Christian LeMay is relinquishing his current position as quarterbacks coach and offensive coordinator to pursue other quarterback coaching opportunities for the 2024 season.
Southwest Baptist (NAIA - MO): Immanuel Pride, who spent last season as the co-offensive coordinator / offensive line coach at Contra Costa CC (CA), has been named offensive line coach / run game coordinator.
Illinois Wesleyan (D-III): Illinois Wesleyan University is seeking an Offensive Graduate Assistant to work with either the Quarterbacks, Running Backs, or Wide Receivers. Candidates must be interested in a degree in Kinesiology and Recreation and have a minimum 3.0 GPA as an undergrad. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and references to Head Coach Norm Eash with “Offensive GA Position” in the subject line at neash@iwu.edu.
West Georgia (D-II): The program is set to add another coach from the Ole Miss staff, sources tell FootballScoop.
Austin Peay (FCS - TN): Hampton (FCS) co-defensive coordinator Brandon Williams has joined the staff as linebackers coach, per source.
Kentucky: Former Murray State (FCS - KY) head coach Dean Hood, who recently announced his retirement, has accepted the director of player development job with Mark Stoops at Kentucky.
New Mexico State: Here's a full recap of who Tony Sanchez has on his initial staff at NMSU, via our Staff Tracker page.
Westminster (D-III - MO): Westminster College is currently accepting applications for an assistant coaching position, with a preference given to candidates who have experience coaching offense, with possible coordinator responsibilities. Phone call applications or requests for information are not permitted. Interviews may take place at the AFCA convention in Nashville. Applications can be submitted via email to luke.butts@westminster-mo.edu.
New Mexico State: Sources tell FootballScoop Tony Sanchez is promoting Ghaali Muhammad-Lankford to offensive coordinator.
North Carolina: Mack Brown has announced some significant staff changes for the Tar Heels.
Hawaii: Timmy Chang has announced that two coordinators will not return, as three coaches total will not return to the staff.
Western Illinois: Sources tell FootballScoop the Leathernecks are hiring a coordinator from a top Division II program to run their offense.
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