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2024 NFL & College - Head coaching changes
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Central Michigan: Sean Cronin, a Detroit native who has spent the past three seasons on staff at Army with new Chippewas head coach Matt Drinkall, is expected to be the new defensive coordinator, CBS Sports reports.
Sam Houston: Sources tell FootballScoop Sam Houston is planning to make Phil Longo their next head coach.
Purdue: To accompany new offensive coordinator Josh Henson, Barry Odom announced today he is retaining running backs coach Lamar Conard.
Sacramento State (FCS - CA): Brennan Marion, who helped lead UNLV to 19 wins the past two seasons under Barry Odom, is reportedly close to finalizing a shot to run his own college football program.
FIU: Willie Simmons has his new safeties & special teams coach sources share.
South Carolina: South Carolina has issued more than $2 million in raises to Shane Beamer's coaching staff.
Norfolk State (FCS - VA): David Teel is reporting that Michael Vick has accepted the head coaching position at Norfolk State. 757 ties are strong here.
Beloit (D-III - WI): Beloit College is seeking an entry level candidate for assistant football coach position. Preference will be given to candidates who have played college football and or coached college football as QBs/Wrs/Tes. Compensation for this position is $12,500 spread out over 11 months, a meal plan, and on campus housing. This is a non-benefited position. Opportunity to coach a positon group, have a recruiting area, as well as other duties within the football program. Extra duties outside of football will include possible on-call duties with Residence Life or duties assigned by our Powerhouse Staff. Looking for energetic coaches who want to begin/continue a career in coaching college football. Please email your Cover Letter, Resume, and 3 References to head coach Ted Soenksen at soenksent@beloit.edu. No phone calls.
Kentucky: USF receivers coach L'Damian Washington has been officially announced as the new receivers coach for Mark Stoops' staff.
USF: Kodi Burns, who worked with Alex Golesh for two seasons in Tennessee before spending two seasons coaching receivers for the Saints, has joined the staff as co-offensive coordinator / assistant head coach / wide receivers coach.
Purdue: Barry Odom is reuniting with a familiar face after raiding Lincoln Riley's staff for his offensive coordinator.
Zach Arnett: Last night Zach Arnett was headed to Boone, NC. Dan Mullen called today. The update.
New York Jets: The Jets have completed their interview with former Titans GM Jon Robinson for their GM job.
NC Wesleyan University (D-III): NC Wesleyan University is seeking applicants for a Defensive Position Coach/Resident Life. Looking for the best fit position wise defensively. Salary: $18,000, housing and meals. Responsibilities include, but are not limited, coaching a position, competing in your recruiting territory to find the best players, and game planning/breakdown film. Please email resume to jfilkovski@ncwu.edu. Looking to hire for the spring term. No phone calls please.
FIU: Willie Simmons and FAU are zeroing in on offensive coordinator and have an veteran FBS head coach in sights for staff as well, per sources.
Central Missouri (D-II): The University of Central Missouri is accepting applicants for two offensive restricted earnings positions. We are searching for a running backs coach and tight ends coach. Salary is $15,000 per year. There are no benefits included. Duties will include assisting the Head Coach, Offensive Coordinator, Recruiting Area, Film Breakdown/Upload (Hudl), Scout Team, Special Teams and Conducting Position Meetings. The ideal candidate will have previous playing and 1-2+ years coaching experience with a desire to obtain a full-time college football coaching position. Please apply with a resume and references to Head Coach, Josh Lamberson at lamberson@ucmo.edu. Subject Line - Offensive Position Available - Running Backs or Tight Ends. Applicants will be reviewed immediately. No phone calls.
Bentley (D-II - MA): With the departure of Saj Thakker to become the head coach at Davidson, as we noted last night, offensive coordinator CJ Scarpa has been named interim head coach.
North Dakota (FCS): Head coach Eric Schmidt is retaining four coaches. Shawn Kostich will serve as special teams coordinator and nickels coach after previously coaching the tight ends and fullbacks in addition to special teams duties for over a decade with the program. Donnell Kirkwood Jr will be back for a third season working with the running backs, and Trevor Olson (OL) and Stepps (CBs) also return in their respective roles.
Northern Iowa (FCS): Todd Stepsis has completed his coaching staff, bringing seven coaches from Drake (FCS) that we've covered previously, as well as three guys returning to the staff. Here's a recap: Al Smith (DC / LBs), Nate Thompson (OC / TEs), Michael McCourt (STC / RBs), LaQuentin Black (CBs), Sean Hupke (safeties), Jack Johnson (WRs), Rick Nelson (OL), Christian Nussbaum (DL), Jax Ostroski (assistant OL), Riley Van Wyhe (defensive assistant / special teams assistant).
Southeastern Oklahoma (D-II): After two seasons on staff, Karson Green has announced he's leaving the staff to pursue new opportunities.
Wayne State College (D-II - NE): Wide receivers coach Brody Rohach has been elevated to offensive coordinator.
UCF: Kansas senior defensive analyst Mike Dawson is expected to join Scott Frost's staff as a defensive assistant, per CBS Sports. Dawson is the former defensive line coach and outside linebackers coach at Nebraska, where he spent four seasons.
Augsburg (D-III - MN): Augsburg University is looking for a defensive line coach. This position is a part-time / stipend position. If interested in the position please contact Augsburg University defensive coordinator Jeff Rogers via email at Rogersj1@augsburg.edu.
North American University (NAIA - TX): North American University, a private school located in Stafford, TX (Houston area), is currently seeking 1 offensive Graduate Assistant coach( QB position). GA position will cover tuition, housing, and food(14 meals a week). GA's can work for other departments within the university depending on the availability (no guarantee), with the following conditions: Compensation: $15 per hour. Maximum Hours: No more than 20 hours per week. The coach will report to the head coach, developing players, assisting with football operations, recruiting, scouting reports, hudl, field set, equipment inventory, and etc. Having social media and graphic design experience makes you a stronger candidate. Interested candidate can email their resume to kapande@na.edu & Jrichardson1@na.edu. Preference to those that have coached and/or played position. No phone calls please.
UCF: Scott Frost is hiring Alex Grinch as his new defensive coordinator at UCF the program has announced. Grinch served as co-defensive coordinator / safeties at Wisconsin this past season.
TCU: Sources tell FootballScoop Mitch Kirsch will become TCU's new inside receivers coach.
Kansas Wesleyan (NAIA): Per sources, Boomer Cunningham is joining the staff as offensive coordinator and offensive line coach. He spent the past two seasons at Delta State (D-II - MS) as running backs / tight ends coach.
Calvin (D-III - MI): Tight ends coach Ryan Patterson has left the staff after one season to become the head coach at his alma mater - Sparta HS (MI).
Ball State: New head coach Mike Uremovich will make a base salary of $600k with a $100k annual retention bonus, per Matt Baker. Uremovich can earn a $5k bonus for first six wins of the year, and then $10k per win after that as well as $25k for a win over a Power Four program, and $150k for a national title, Baker adds.
Lamar (FCS - TX): Lamar University Football is now accepting applications for their open Offensive & Defensive Graduate Assistant positions. Previous experience working with XOS & Visio is preferred. The candidate must be accepted into one of Lamar University’s graduate programs. All Interested applicants should email a resume and list of references to our Director of Football Operations, Jacob Diaz at jdiaz42@lamar.edu. Please put in subject line "Graduate Position Opening - Your Name".
Campbell (FCS - NC): Campbell Football is currently accepting applications for a Graduate Assistant Video Coordinator. Candidate must be admitted to a Campbell University Graduate Program, begin in January 2025, be highly motivated with a strong work ethic, and have an interest in gaining direct work experience at the Division I FCS Level and in the CAA Conference. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: plan and oversee the filming of all practices and competitions, edit and distribute all video via Catapult Thunder editing software, recruit and manage a team of video student managers, maintain the SkyCoach Replay System, and other duties as assigned. Candidates must have a strong background using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Graduate tuition and books will be covered. The position will receive a $5,000 stipend per semester for off-campus living. If interested, please email a resume, cover letter, and a list of references to dcrane@campbell.edu.
Ball State: Mike Uremovich and the Cardinals have announced the additions of Ray Holmes (inside receivers), Alex Barr (OL), Ray Smith (CBs), Sean Chase (TEs), Rory Mannering (safeties), Adam Siwicki (DL), and TJ Greenstone (director of strength and conditioning).
UAB: Kevin Garver, who has been with the Blazers as an analyst and has previously coached receivers in the NFL with the Bucs and Cardinals, will be the team's new receivers coach, sources tell FootballScoop.
New Mexico: Sources tell FootballScoop that Jason Eck's staff at New Mexico is coming together quickly.
Lyon College (D-III - AR): Lyon College would like to invite applicants for a restricted earnings position coach. We are looking for an Asst DB or Asst LB coaching position. Salary: $15,000 over 10 months, housing and meals, with health and retirement benefits. Duties will include assisting the defensive backs and recruiting. The ideal candidate will have previous playing and 1-2+ years coaching experience with a desire to obtain a full-time college football coaching position. Please apply with a resume at football@lyon.edu. Applicants will be reviewed immediately.
North Carolina: Former Jaguars and Patriots' scout Joe Anile is slated to join Bill Belichick's scouting group at UNC CBS Sports has reported.
Adams State (D-II - CO): Cory Hogue shares that West Texas A&M (D-II) defensive coordinator Levi Gallas is expected to be named the new head coach.
North Texas: Sam Houston defensive backs coach Julian Wilson has accepted the same job with the Mean Green, per CBS Sports.
Calgary Stampeders (CFL): The Stampeders have completed their coaching staff with the promotion of Bob Slowik to defensive coordinator after four seasons on staff as linebackers coach and brings 30-years of experience in the NFL to the role. The rest of the staff consists of Craig Dickenson (STC), Markus Howell (WRs), Ucambre Williams (RBs / assistant OL), John Bowman (DL), Macrus Klund (LBs / run game coordinator), Barron Miles (DBs). Also, Dave Dickenson (HC / GM), Pat DelMonaco (OL), and Beau Baldwin all remain in their roles from last season.
Zach Arnett: Former Mississippi State head coach Zach Arnett is headed to App State as Dowell Loggains' defensive coordinator sources tell FootballScoop.
UMass: Mike Bajakian is set to join the staff as offensive coordinator ESPN is reporting. Bajakian was on staff at Utah this past season and served as offensive coordinator at Northwestern in 2023.
UNLV: Dan Mullen's first hire at UNLV? Never a doubt.
McNeese State (FCS - LA): Matt Viator has completed his coaching staff with the additions of Tyler Bolfing (OC / QBs) and Terence Cahee (LBs). Both coaches played under Viator and are graduates of McNeese. Bolfing spent the last four seasons in the Big 12 as an offensive analyst at Kansas and an offensive quality control coach at Baylor, while Cahee returns after three seasons as the head coach and dean of students at Wossman HS (LA).
Bakersfield College (JC - CA): Bakersfield College is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Football Operations (Head Coach). This leadership role offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and will be offered as a Temporary Employee Contract through the Kern Community College District (no benefits included). We are looking for an experienced and dynamic leader who demonstrates strong leadership qualities, a proven ability to recruit and develop talent, and a commitment to building a championship-level football program. The successful candidate will prioritize fostering a positive and inclusive environment focused on academic success, teamwork, and athletic excellence. Bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience preferred. Please submit your resume to jbolton@bakersfieldcollege.edu. Priority Review of Applications will begin the week of January 6, 2025. No phone calls. please.
ECU: Former Purdue general manager Noah Joseph is joining the Pirates staff in the same capacity, per multiple reports. He spent the last two seasons with the Boilermakers and has previously served as a defensive assistant at Missouri, Rutgers, and Indiana.
Davidson (FCS - NC): Bentley (D-II - MA) head coach Saj Thakkar is poised to become Davidson's new head coach sources tell FootballScoop. More on the hire here.
New York Jets: The organization has interviewed former Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff for their vacant GM position, per multiple outlets.
West Alabama (D-II): The University of West Alabama is looking for opponents for 2025 week 1 (9/6), week 5 (10/4), week 6 (10/11), and week 10 (11/8). With 2026 dates open (weeks 0-2, 6, & 11) for home and home possibilities. Interested in any and all options.E-mail bgilliland@uwa.edu if interested in discussing.
Sacramento State (FCS): After the Sacramento Bee reported earlier Monday afternoon that their sources said Michael Vick was not expected to be the next head coach at Sac State, now the President of the University has publicly acknowledged speaking with Vick about the position, noting there is significant interest from other coaches as well.
UNLV: Dan Mullen's UNLV contract is a Mountain West-record for a head coach, by far.
Wake Forest: Dave Clawson is stepping down after 11 seasons as head coach, sources tell FootballScoop.
Henderson State (D-II - AR): Henderson State University is accepting applications for two Graduate Assistant positions. The position is depended upon the candidate. Responsibilities will include possibly coaching a position group, conducting position meetings, film breakdown, creating scout cards and recruiting an assigned area. Housing, tuition, meals and stipend are included. Bachelor's degree is required. If interested, email Director of Football Operations JR Tolleson at TollesonJ@hsu.edu.
Oklahoma State: CBS is reporting Cory Patterson will become running backs coach at Oklahoma State. Patterson coached receivers at Purdue the past two seasons.
Rice: Rice is promoting from within for its defensive coordinator job, sources tell FootballScoop.
Ohio: An update on Ohio's search as this search is coming to a close.
Michael Vick: The legendary NFL quarterback is in the mix for an FCS head coaching job.
Buffalo Bills: After 38 inches of snow hit the Buffalo area in about 36 hours, Sean McDermott and the Bills were forced to take on the hottest team in the NFL on just one day of practice.
Florida State: Mike Norvell has restructured his contract, and dug deep into his own pocket with a significant donation to ensure the Seminoles are providing the best possible resources.