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Fitchburg State (D-III - MA): Per source, offensive line coach Odell Jones is moving to the other side of the ball to coach the defensive backs.
Baylor: Colorado State offensive graduate assistant Craig Watts has joined the staff and will assist the offensive line.
Siena Heights (NAIA - MI): Defensive backs coach Jzavion McGowan is moving to the other side of the ball and will now coach the receivers.
St. Olaf (D-III - MN): Greg Mitchell, the former video coordinator / wide receivers coach at Upper Iowa (D-II), is returning to St. Olaf as the wide receivers coach, per source. Mitchell got his start in the college ranks with St. Olaf back in 2018 and also has previous stops at Emporia State (D-II - KS) and Allegheny (D-III - PA).
Edinboro (D-II - PA): PennWest Edinboro is seeking a restricted earnings running backs coach. This is a $14,000 position with meals and no housing. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Email resume and references to offensive coordinator Richard DeMaio at rdemaio@pennwest.edu.
Eastern Illinois (FCS): Eastern Illinois has an immediate Video Coordinator opening. This is a VOLUNTEER position. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: video operations for practices & games, uploading film, maintenance of video equipment & office technology, managing student filmers, football operations and other duties assigned by the Head Coach/Director of Football Operations. Experience with DVSport & Microsoft Office preferred. If interested, please send resume, references and any work samples to Director of Football Operations Caleb Selk at eiu.dfo@gmail.com with "Video Coordinator” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
Bethune-Cookman (FCS - FL): Per source, source Utica (D-III - NY) offensive coordinator / quarterbacks coach Joe Gerbino is leaving to become part of the Bethune Cookman staff.
LA Rams: Chase Blackburn, who has previous stops with the Panthers and Titans, is being hired as the new special teams coordinator, Mike Garafolo tweets.
Cincinnati: A Group of Five coordinator is reportedly joining the defensive staff. This marks the 41st defensive coordinator change at the FBS level.
Tampa Bay Bucs: Former Cowboys running backs coach Skip Peete tells Jane Slater that he is joining the Bucs as running backs coach. Also, Greg Auman adds that George Edwards, who spent the past three seasons with the Cowboys, has agreed to join the staff as outside linebackers coach.
Cincinnati: The Bearcats are reportedly "zeroing in on" an ACC coordinator for their recent offensive coordinator vacancy. Upda
SUNY Cortland (D-III): Per source, SUNY Cortland special teams coordinator Jake Spalik is leaving the staff to pursue opportunities outside of football.
Fordham (FCS - NY): Corey Burns, who spent last season at Georgetown (FCS - Washington, DC), has joined the staff as defensive line coach.
LSU: Sources confirm that LSU special teams coordinator Brian Polian is transitioning to an off-field role for the program. Details here.
The Citadel (FCS): Blaze Barista has been announced as a defensive quality control coach working with the outside linebackers. He spent last season in a similar role at Central Arkansas (FCS).
Cleveland Browns: Adam Schefter tweets that the team has requested permission to interview New York Giants assistant special teams coordinator Anthony Blevings for their open special teams coordinator job.
Arkansas Pine Bluff (FCS): Former Central Methodist (NAIA - MO) head coach David Calloway has accepted the defensive coordinator job.
Eastern Kentucky (FCS): Roshmel Young, who served in an offensive quality control role for the program, has accepted the offensive coordinator job at Chattanooga HS (GA).
East Tennessee State (FCS): Jay Guillermo, a former standout Clemson offensive lineman who coached at Carson Newman (D-II - TN) previously, has accepted the offensive line job with the program.
Arkansas State: Dakota Tillman, the special teams coordinator / outside linebackers coach at Wayne County HS (GA), has joined the team as a special teams analyst.
Saint Vincent College (D-III - PA): Khaliq Coleman has been announced as wide receivers coach.
Carolina Panthers: Frank Reich shares that he's hired George Li as his game management coach. The two also worked together in Indianapolis.
Wayne State (D-II - MI): Sources tell FootballScoop that Tyrone Wheatley is adding Russel Demasi as associate head coach and offensive coordinator. Demasi previously served as offensive coordinator at high school power Calvary Day School (Savannah, GA). Demasi also previously served as interim head coach at Savannah State (FCS - GA).
Central Missouri (D-II): The University of Central Missouri is looking for a motivated offensive graduate assistant to assist with the offensive line. The ideal candidate would be proficient in film breakdown, and computer systems relating to football. This position will receive competitive pay and other benefits. Those interested should email Joe Holtzclaw at hholtzclaw@ucmo.edu
West Alabama (D-II): The University of West Alabama has an immediate opening for a Defensive Graduate Assistant. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree. Job duties include assisting in coaching a defensive position, practice/game preparation, film breakdown, data entry, and other duties assigned by the head coach or defensive coordinator. Also, the applicant should poses computer skills and the ability to work with Visio, Hudl, and PowerPoint. The position will cover graduate tuition, possible meals and a semester stipend. Resumes should be emailed to Coach Larry Scott at Lscott@uwa.edu. No phone calls please.
Utah State: Blake Anderson will have to replace both coordinators heading into Year 3 with defensive coordinator Ephraim Banda set to take an NFL post.
Stony Brook (FCS - NY): Stony Brook University Football has an opening for a lead graphic design position with football video duties. Graphic designer will have a direct impact on the social media and branding of the football program as well as a lead role in the marketing and recruiting efforts for the Colonial Athletic Association member. Position will also include duties and responsibilities surrounding the video coordination for the football program. If interested, please contact Assistant Athletic Director for Football - Patrick Hatch via email patrick.hatch@stonybrook.edu
Houston: Sources tell FootballScoop that Houston has added IMG Academy (FL) assistant Nathan Trawick as a defensive graduate assistant, former Houston player and strength and conditioning assistant Shane Creamer as an offensive graduate assistant, and Tulane offensive graduate assistant Robert Beacham as an offensive analyst. Also, per source, offensive graduate assistant Dylan August is moving to an offensive analyst role.
Virginia-Lynchburg (NCCAA): Virginia University of Lynchburg is seeking a quarterbacks coach. Position includes a stipend and housing (if needed). Responsibilities include certain aspects of the football program. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should send a resume, and three recommendation contacts including phone numbers to Head Coach, Tim Newman, at .
Sacred Heart (FCS - CT): Corners coach Brandon Napoleon has been promoted to defensive backs / pass game coordinator after one season with the program.
Franklin College (D-III – IN): Franklin has an opening for a full-time assistant football coach / strength coach. The candidate will serve the on the defensive side of the ball along with the possibility of coordinating special teams. This is a 10-month, full-time staff position with an April 1st start date. Bachelor’s degree is required. Candidates must have collegiate football coaching experience and hold a strength and conditioning certification. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a candidate is selected. Please apply through Human Resources.
Virginia-Lynchburg (NCCAA): Virginia University of Lynchburg is seeking a Defensive Line Coach. Position includes a stipend and housing (if needed). Responsibilities include certain aspects of the football program. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should send a resume, and three recommendation contacts including phone numbers to Head Coach, Tim Newman, at tnewman1@vul.edu.
Ithaca College (D-III - NY): Ithaca College is looking for a tight ends / running backs coach with special teams experience and on-the-road recruiting experience. This is a full-time 12-month position with a salary range in the low-mid 30s. If interested email your resume and references to ICfootball@ithaca.edu
Miami (OH): South Dakota (FCS) run game coordinator / defensive line coach Corey Brown has accepted the defensive line job. Brown, worked with Chuck Martin previously at Notre Dame, spent four years on the RedHawks staff previously.
Arizona State: Matt Zenitz tweets that the Sun Devils are expected to hire Boise State's Jason Cvercko for a "high-ranking player personnel role" on staff.
Eastern Michigan: Bo Alexander has joined the staff as defensive ends coach.
Philadelphia Eagles: Michigan defensive coordinator Jesse Minter is among the candidates that have interviewed with the Eagles.
Emporia State (D-II - KS): Emporia State University is looking to fill a home and home open date for 2024/2025 during week 7 (Saturday October 19th in 2024). Email any interest to Offensive Coordinator Vincent Cashdollar at vcashdol@emporia.edu
Cleveland Browns: The organization has requested an interview with Colts special teams coordinator Bubba Ventrone, Tom Pelissero tweets.
Hobart (D-III - NY): Hobart College has a week two and week three game opening in 2024 and 2025. Please contact Kevin DeWall at kdewall@hws.edu if interested.
Kenyon (D-III - OH): Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Assistant Football Coach (Defense). This is a full time, 10-month reporting position with benefits. The Assistant Football Coach will work in conjunction with the head coach to fulfill the following responsibilities: coaching student athletes, mentoring intern coaches, scouting opponents, recruiting various territories, tracking equipment and developing alumni contacts. This position may also serve as the Special Teams Coordinator and/or Director of Operations, responsible for managing all duties related to the coordination of travel. Additional departmental responsibilities will be assigned in game management, teaching, and/or administration. Interested candidates can apply via this link. No phone calls or emails please!
Cleveland Browns: Special teams coordinator Mike Priefer has been let go.
Northern Colorado (FCS): Nick Hudgens is joining the staff as an offensive GA, sources tell FootballScoop. Hudgens played at The Citadel and coached in the high school ranks after college.
Indiana Wesleyan (NAIA): Indiana Wesleyan is a faith-based institution looking for a defensive coordinator. This is a full-time 12-month position. Applications will be accepted until Wednesday Feb. 22 at midnight. Please email a resume, list of references and a statement of faith to andrew.rode@indwes.edu.
Norfolk State (FCS): Thomas Howard, the former co-defensive coordinator / linebackers coach at North Carolina A&T (FCS), has accepted the linebackers job at Norfolk State, per source. He was at NC A&T from 2015-2022, where they won four MEAC Championships.
Madonna (NAIA - MI): Sources tell FootballScoop former Langston (NAIA - OK) defensive coordinator Kevin Griffin has accepted the defensive coordinator / linebackers job.
Pacific Lutheran (D-III - OR): Pacific Lutheran is looking to hire a part-time wide receiver coach. PLU is a Division III university in Tacoma, WA. Preferred candidates will have experience playing and coaching the position. Other duties will include game planning, film breakdown, help in recruiting your position room, and any other duties assigned by the Head Coach. All interested applicants please email your resume to Spencer Crace (cracesg@plu.edu) and in the subject line put "PLU WR Coach."
Houston Christian (FCS - TX): Carter Foster is joining the staff at Houston Christian as tight ends coach. Foster, who played offensive line at SMU, previously coached the tight ends at Texas Lutheran (D-III).
Arizona Cardinals: Stanford offensive line coach / run game coordinator Klayton Adams is reportedly joining the Cardinals staff.
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New York Jets: Zach Azzanni, who had coached the Broncos receivers since 2018, has been hired by the Jets as their new receivers coach, Mike Klis tweets.
Indianapolis Colts: Cincinnati offensive coordinator Tom Manning is heading back to the NFL.
New Mexico State: Jerry Kill pays up on deal with his team by getting first tattoo
Notre Dame: Marcus Freeman insists buyouts weren't an obstacle in offensive coordinator search after Irish introduce Gerad Parker as new offensive play caller.
Kennesaw State (FCS - GA): Sources tell FootballScoop the program is bringing in a former ACC coordinator for their defensive coordinator role.
Indiana Wesleyan (NAIA): Darricle Jones has joined the program as offensive line coach. He spent last season at Thiel (D-III - PA) as tight ends coach / assistant offensive line coach and previously played and coached with head coach Andrew Rode at Concordia University Ann Arbor (NAIA).
Jim Leonhard: The former Wisconsin interim head coach and defensive coordinator has reportedly interviewed for one of the top coordinator openings in the NFL.
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Trinity International (NAIA - IN): The NAIA program is going to all online classes for undergrads, ending football program.
Texas A&M: Jimbo Fisher is promoting from within the program to fill secondary role.
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