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Long-time football coach and administrator Cleve Bryant died today at the age of 75. Bryant served as head coach at his alma mater, the University of Ohio from 1985-89 and would go on to serve in various capacities at Texas for more than 15 seasons in total. Please keep the Byrants in your prayers.
Stanford: Garrett Wolfe has joined the staff as director of football operations. He previously served in a similar capacity with Troy Taylor at Sacramento State and has experience working at Stanford in the past as well.
Louisiana Monroe: With offensive line coach Maverick Morris leaving for UVA, sources tell FootballScoop that Kyle Segler is making the move to offensive line coach.
Virginia: Louisiana-Monroe offensive line coach Maverick Morris has accepted a graduate assistant position working with the offensive line.
Florida Atlantic: Tom Herman is filling a key off-field role with a former Texas staffer of his, sources tell FootballScoop.
John Carroll (D-III - OH): Former Akron defensive coordinator Tom Kaufman is returning to his alma mater as defensive coordinator. Kaufman's recent coaching journey includes five stops at Division I programs including UT-Chattanooga (FCS), Syracuse, Bowling Green, and Eastern Illinois (FCS).
Boise State: The Broncos have formally announced the addition of Fresno State running backs coach / recruiting coordinator James Montgomery as their new running backs coach / recruiting coordinator.
Anderson (D-III - IN): LaMont Johnson, who previously coached the wideouts at Campbellsville (NAIA - KY), has joined the staff as wide receivers coach.
San Francisco 49ers: The Niners have requested to interview Chris Harris, who recently joined the Titans as their pass game coordinator, for their defensive coordinator opening. Mike Garafolo adds that they have also requested an interview with former Panthers interim head coach Steve Wilks for the position as well.
Denver Broncos: The Broncos have struck a deal to hire Sean Payton as their new head coach.
Houston Texans: The Texans are moving to make DeMeco Ryans their new head coach.
Delta State (D-II - MS): Kentucky Christian (NAIA) receivers coach / recruiting coordinator Alex Ball has accepted the receivers job, sources tell FootballScoop.
Otterbein (D-III - OH): Tommy Zagorski, who led Gilmour Academy (OH) to a 9-2 season last fall, has been named head coach. Zagorski is a college coaching veteran who spent eight seasons on staff at OAC member John Carroll (D-III - OH) as well stops at Akron, Tennessee, and Eastern Kentucky (FCS).
Sioux Falls (D-II - SD): The program has announced the additions of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (D-III) defensive line coach Michael Buetow (DL), former Central Missouri running back Xavier Jackson (RBs), Wisconsin-Eau Claire (D-III) running backs / tight ends coach Caleb Richardson (TEs) and Dubuque (D-III - IA) running backs coach Markhus Taylor (CBs).
Temple: Temple has an immediate opening for a Graduate Assistant position working with the Wide Receivers. Candidates must have college football playing experience, a minimum of two years of coaching at the collegiate level, and be proficient in using Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, XOS, and PFF. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Assisting WR Coach with Day-to-Day Operations, Opponent Breakdowns, Scouting Reports, Pass Game Drawings, Self-Scout, etc. Candidates are required to have a 3.0 GPA and must be admitted into graduate school. All interested candidates, please send your resume to TempleWRGA@gmail.com with subject line "Wide Receivers GA Opening".
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Atlanta Falcons: Jerry Gray is joining the staff as assistant head coach - defense the Falcons have now announced. Gray had been the Packers defensive passing game coordinator the past few years.
Louisiana Christian (NAIA): Sources tell FootballScoop David Feaster has been named the offensive coordinator for Louisiana Christian. Feaster, has been a head coach in Louisiana for 25 years most recently at Glenbrook HS (LA), where they finished 11-1 last year.
Cerritos (JC - CA): Cerritos College has begun a search to fill a WR Coaching opening. This will be a stipend position with the possibility of a class based on Masters in Kinesiology. There is no housing or health benefits attached to this position. Job includes but not limited to Recruiting, running position meetings, Hudl breakdowns and any and all assignments by Head Coach. Community College experience would be helpful but not mandatory, minimum HS experience is required. This position will be filled ASAP!! Please send resume to Head Coach Dean Grosfeld sgrosfeld@cerritos.edu. Please no phone calls
St. John Fisher (D-III - NY): St. John Fisher University is looking for a part-time assistant on defense. Email head coachPaul Vosburgh at pvosburgh@sjf.edu with credentials if interested. Please no calls.
Hampden-Sydney College (D-III – VA): Hampden-Sydney is looking to fill the position of Defensive Coordinator. Applicants must have 5 years coaching experience as well as leadership skills, ability to multi-task, and experience recruiting student-athletes at the college level. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, college football staff experience with strong work ethic, interpersonal skills, and digital skills. No phone calls or emails, please. Apply via this link
Ohio Wesleyan (D-III): Ohio Wesleyan University invites applications for the position of Assistant Football Coach. This is a Restricted Earnings Position that includes a stipend and on campus meal plan. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: identify, recruit, coach your own position group, and develop high-level student-athletes for the program; organize official and unofficial visits; assist with practice, game preparations, and planning of travel itineraries; assist the head coach in all phases of student-athlete mentoring, fundraising, game management and scheduling and other administrative duties as assigned. Bachelor’s degree required. Demonstrated experience instructing on the rules and fundamentals of the sport. Collegiate football playing and coaching experience is preferred. CPR, First Aid and AED Certification is required (and can be completed after hire). Completed application packets will include: 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume 3) The names, titles, and contact information for three professional references Please e-mail application materials to football@owu.edu. No phone calls, please.
Northern Illinois: The program has now formally announced the additions of Wisconsin Eau-Claire (D-III) head coach Wesley Beschorner and Washington State quality control coach Adam Breske. Beschorner will work with the running backs while Breske will coach the linebackers.
Central Michigan: Sources tell FootballScoop that Jim McElwain has signed a contract extension.
Kent State: Kent State is looking to hire a recruiting graduate assistant with the primary responsibility being assisting the Director of Player Personnel in all aspects of recruiting. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree, experience with on campus visits, identification and evaluation of prospects. Other traits include strong work ethic, strong written and verbal communication skills, and strong attention to detail. Experience with Graphic Design is a plus. Please send resume to Director of Player Personnel, Joe Manion at jmanion4@kent.edu. No phone calls.
Louisville: Jeff Brohm has a few titles to sort out on defense, but has completed his on-field coaching staff. Louisville Staff Tracker.
Ithaca (D-III - NY): Ithaca College is looking for an offensive assistant coach with experience working with the offensive line. This is a full-time 12-month position with benefits included and a salary range in the mid-high 30s. To apply, visit this link.
Louisville: The program has officially announced the addition of Mark Hagen as co-defensive coordinator / defensive line coach.
Memphis: Sam Popper, who previously worked at Akron as recruiting coordinator / director of player personnel, has accepted the director of recruiting job.
Alabama: Ryan Grubb will not be Alabama's next offensive coordinator, according to multiple reports.
Houston Texans: The team has completed their second interview with 49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans for the head coaching job.
Tampa Bay Bucs: Georgia offensive coordinator Todd Monken has completed his interview for the offensive coordinator opening.
Wayne State (D-II - MI): New head coach Tyrone Wheatley has inked a four-year deal that averages $207,500 in base pay, per the Detroit Free Press. His predecessor, Paul Winters, made just over $273,000 in his 19th and final season with the program last fall.
Endicott (D-III - MA): Endicott College is seeking applicants for a full-time defensive assistant football coach. Linebackers preferred. 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, coaching your own position group, running positional meetings, and recruiting (on campus and travel). You must be proficient in Hudl Video Editor and Microsoft Office. Although it is not required, Adobe Photoshop experience is preferred. College playing experience and/or previous coaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred. Please email your resume and references to Assistant Head Coach / Defensive Coordinator Matt Popino at mpopino@endicott.edu. No phone calls please.
Calvin (D-III - MI): Sources tell FootballScoop that Trent Figg's first hire at Calvin is an offensive coordinator from the NAIA ranks.
Missouri: Indiana director of on campus recruiting Maurey Bland has joined the Missouri staff as director of communications and recruiting relations source tells FootballScoop.
Dallas Cowboys: Panthers running backs coach Jeff Nixon has an interview for the offensive coordinator opening on Wednesday, per Joe Person. Nixon stepped in to call plays following the dismissal of offensive coordinator Joe Brady in Carolina back in 2021.
Oberlin (D-III - OH): The Yeomen have tabbed a Big Ten staffer as their new head coach.
Tarleton State (FCS - TX): Former Mississippi State offensive line coach Mason Miller is expected to return to Tarleton State as offensive coordinator Pete Thamel has shared. Prior to his time at Nevada, Washington State and Mississippi State, Miller served as offensive coordinator at Tarleton from 2014-16.
Southeastern (NAIA - FL): With the departure of offensive coordinator John Bear to Bucknell (FCS - PA), sources tell FootballScoop that wide receivers coach Kendall Roberts has been elevated to interim offensive coordinator.
Fort Lewis (D-II - CO): Fort Lewis College is looking to hire a Wide Receiver Coach. The salary is $20,000 and is benefit eligible. Additional responsibilities will include recruiting, assisting with special teams, monitoring academic progress, equipment. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree. Must have passed or be eligible to take NCAA Recruiting Modules. Have at least two years of football experience at the collegiate or professional level as a participant or coach. The incumbent must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Successful candidates must undergo a Criminal Background Check. Please send Resume and cover letter to jcox@fortlewis.edu.
Bucknell (FCS - PA): Southeastern University (NAIA - FL) offensive coordinator John Bear has accepted the same position at Bucknell.
Simon Fraser (D-II - Canada): Simon Fraser is looking to hire an offensive coordinator. Looking for someone with minimum of five years NCAA Coaching Experience and minimum 3 years of Offensive Coordinating experience (preferably coaching QBs). Looking for a Coordinator with Spread/RPO/Air Raid pass Expertise offensive background. Must have a Valid Passport. Dual Citizenship Candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants can email their materials to head coach Mike Rigell at Mrigell@sfu.ca.
Fordham (FCS - NY): Leah Eberts, who spent last season as a graduate assistant in operations at Kent State, has accepted the director of football operations job.
UAB: Per source, Wilson Appleton, the former Auburn quarterback has been hired to Trent Dilfer’s staff as a defensive analyst.
Wake Forest: Sources tell FootballScoop receivers coach Kevin Higgins is moving into an off the field leadership position within the staff overseeing recruiting, personnel and the transfer portal.
Missouri: Chandler Campbell has joined the staff as director of player development and career planning. She previously served as coordinator of of on-campus recruiting at Coastal Carolina.
Sussex County CC (JC - NJ): Sussex CC has multiple (PART-TIME) Stipend Position's; offensive line coach, running back coach, quarterback coach, Offensive Coordinator. Background in strength & conditioning a plus. Apply via this link.
Illinois: Bret Bielema is reportedly finalizing a deal to bring Thad Ward back to the staff.
Dickinson State (NAIA - ND): Dickinson State University is looking to fill an opening in their 2023 schedule in Week 2 (9/9/2023). Due to the current schedule breakdown, 4 home games and 5 away games, the game is preferred to be at home. We are willing to do a home and home for 2023 and 2024 or a 2023 guarantee game, again with 2023 being at home. Please contact Defensive Coordinator Jason Thier, jason.thier@dickinsonstate.edu, if interested.
Alabama: Nick Saban's search for a new offensive coordinator is reportedly taking him to the Pacific Northwest.
Sacred Heart (FCS): Sources tell FootballScoop that Oregon staffer Nigel Madison is joining the defensive staff.
LA Chargers: Former Cowboys offensive coordinator Kellen Moore is reportedly expected to be the new offensive coordinator on Brandon Staley's staff.
LaGrange (D-III - GA): A longtime Division III coordinator is the new head coach at LaGrange.
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