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2024 NFL & College - Head coaching changes
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Texas Tech: A Big 12 defensive coordinator is a strong candidate to take the same job in Lubbock, sources tell FootballScoop.
Tulane: Asked about his name being attached to some high profile job openings, Jon Sumrall responded, "None of that stuff is really relevant to me. I'm so locked in on this game." Tulane will face Army Friday night at 8pm on ABC.
Stetson (FCS - FL): Head coach Brian Young has stepped down. A "national search" has begun. Young led the Hatters to 13 wins in four seasons as head coach.
Michigan: Sherrone Moore and the Wolverines have decided to look for a new offensive coordinator.
UAB: A number of coaches have been let go this cycle after just two seasons, but Trent Dilfer will not be one of them.
Kennesaw State: Jerry Mack is hiring his new offensive coordinator off of Josh Heupel's staff at Tennessee sources tell FootballScoop.
Todd Monken: Once again leading one of the NFL's top offenses in his second season with the Ravens, Monken was asked about how he deals with his name being brought up for NFL head coaching vacancies and told ESPN, "I don't deal with it. I don’t deal with it because it has nothing to do with the here and the now and nobody really knows anything. I don’t control that. All I control is the job I have here. That’s the most important thing. It’s winning here and scoring points because if you don’t worry about that, you don’t have a job here. Then the other stuff doesn’t happen.”
Northern Iowa: The program didn't have to look far, didn't even have to leave the state, to find their new head coach.
Waynesburg (D-III - PA): Waynesburg University is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Assistant Football Coach. Prior successful experience in coaching on an intercollegiate or professional level. Experience as coordinator preferred. Candidates must have experience in recruiting at the Division III level. Candidates must submit a resume/cv, letter of interest, along with a written statement that articulates how the candidate intends to demonstrate his/her Christian faith through the Mission of the University, his/her professional responsibilities, relationships and the mentoring of students. Also include names/addresses/phone numbers of five references. Please send materials to hr@waynesburg.edu.
Maryland: Sources tell FootballScoop Josh Gattis is not expected to return as Maryland's offensive coordinator.
Oklahoma: OU has hired former AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson to restructure its football program.
Cal: Justin Wilcox is reportedly set to be making his third offensive coordinator hire in three seasons.
Buffalo: Special teams coordinator Tyler Hancock will not return, per Pete Thamel.
Bobby Petrino: ESPN's Chris Low reports Bobby Petrino has pulled out of the search process with Charlotte.
Broyles Award: The most prestigious award for assistant coaches has announced a strong group of semifinalists dominated by defensive coordinators.
Delaware State (FCS): After back-to-back 1-11 seasons, sources share that Lee Hull will not return.
Nebraska: The Huskers are reportedly set to add a top young SEC assistant to the staff.
Dana Dimel: Please join us in praying for the family of college coaching veteran Dana Dimel, who passed this morning. More on Dimel's life and legacy here.
North Texas: UNT's is hiring its defensive coordinator from an in-state school, sources confirm to FootballScoop.
Dodge City (JC - KS): Dodge City Community College is looking to hire an offensive assistant (best available) and an assistant defensive backs coach. Both positions are compensated with on campus housing and meals with no stipend. Interested candidates send resumes to head coach Ryan Lusby at RLusby@dc3.edu. No phone calls please.
Neal Brown: Sources tell FootballScoop Brown has multiple appealing options after being let go in Morgantown.
UCF: Sources tell FootballScoop Jamey Chadwell has emerged as a key figure in UCF's search.
Oklahoma: New offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle will owe Washington State a buyout of nearly $470k, per Steve Berkowitz. He also points out that the Sooners owe former offensive coordinator Scott Littrell a buyout of just over $2.5 million through January of 2027, subject to duty to mitigate and offset from future job income.
Hawaii: Head coach Timmy Chang has received a one-year contract extension through the 2026 season.
Black Hills State (D-II - SD): Black Hills State has an immediate opening for a full-time Defensive Backs Coach. Duties will include coaching the Secondary, organizing and conducting position meetings, managing a recruiting territory, assisting with game planning and data breakdown, monitoring the academic success of the DB’s, and other administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach. This is a renewable 12-month appointment with benefits. Please send resume and relevant materials to Jb.Brown@bhsu.edu.
Purdue: Setting the scene for Purdue's coaching search.
St. Scholastica (D-III - MN): Per source, defensive coordinator Eric Eisenberg is no longer with the program.
Simpson University (NAIA) – Simpson University a private Christian university in Redding, CA is looking for a Defensive Coordinator. Candidates will need to clearly define their faith and relationship with Jesus Christ. Candidates should have previous college coaching experience as a Defensive Coordinator. Also, strong recruiting ties to the state of California. No phone calls! Please visit this link for more details, and to apply.
Midwestern State (D-II - TX): Midwestern State is currently seeking a Graduate Assistant Football Coach. The position includes a stipend, ½ housing, and tuition assistance for graduate school. Coaching responsibilities to include but not limited to Running Backs. Experience playing and coaching Running Backs preferred. Responsibilities include all aspects of the football program, including but not limited to, practice organization, contest preparation, recruitment weekends, student athlete development, spring football practice, and other duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should send a letter of application, resume, and three recommendation contacts including phone numbers to: Billy Riebock, Assistant Coach, billy.riebock@msutexas.edu.
Nebraska: Dana Holgorsen has agreed to remain on with Nebraska as offensive coordinator. His new deal is reported to be two years at $1.2 million per year.
Straubing Spiders (Germany): The Straubing Spiders in the German Football League 1 are looking for a Defensive Coordinator who will coach the DBs. The ideal candidate will have High School or/and College experience. This position will include a monthly stipend, housing and benefits. Report date is April 2025. Season will run through the end of September.Send resume to HC Cody Kent at Coachkent14@gmail.com.
Louisiana Monroe: Sources tell FootballScoop ULM football is parting ways with the Fobbs brothers, Jamaal (receivers) and Broderick (running backs).
UCLA: Per multiple reports, Michigan State corners coach Demetrice Martin is leaving to take a position on staff at UCLA.
West Virginia: An update on West Virginia's search for their new head coach.
Colgate (FCS - NY): Colgate is making a change at the top, head coach Stan Dakosty will not return.
McNeese State (FCS - LA): Matt Viator is returning to lead the program after previously serving as head coach from 2006-15.
Florida Atlantic: Texas Tech offensive coordinator Zach Kittley is the new head coach at FAU.
Oklahoma: Oklahoma is set to hire Washington State offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle to the same post, per multiple reports. More on this fascinating hire.
Arkansas Tech (D-II): Source tells FootballScoop head coach Kyle Shipp is resigning at his alma mater.
Brown (FCS - RI): Sources share that Brown is set to make another coordinator change after their 3-win season.
App State: App State is parting ways with head coach Shawn Clark. More here.
G5 Coaches Poll: The Mountain West and the American continue to sit atop the latest G5 Coaches Poll.
Washington State: Jake Dickert has decided to make a change at defensive coordinator.
Utah State: This search has advanced and their sights are set on some very successful head coaches.
Florida State: Mike Norvell is set to hire a Big Ten defensive coordinator to the same post in Tallahassee. Details here.
Fired Coaches: Five years to the day after being fired by his alma mater, Barry Odom brought UNLV to the brink of the College Football Playoff. His reflection on that is must-watch stuff for everyone going through a transition this season.
The Weekend Leftovers: Some ideas to fix rivalry flag planting, Madden view available for NFL games, gutsiest OT call of the year, 14 undefeated teams remain (FBS - NAIA), D-II wins playoff win with 1 pass attempt plus the CFB photo of the year. The Weekend Leftovers for Week 14.