Wednesday December 2, 2020
Tulane: With offensive coordinator Will Hall off to Southern Miss, sources tell FootballScoop Willie Fritz plans to fill the role with the next best thing.
Michigan: "Infuriated" Wolverines athletic director Warde Manuel fired back at Kirk Herbstreit's comments that the Wolverines would "wave the white flag" and duck out of playing the Buckeyes.
Las Vegas Bowl: The Las Vegas Bowl has officially been canceled, bringing the total number of canceled bowl games to 9.
Big Ten: The Big Ten may change its rules to let Ohio State in the B1G title game, as they should.
Coach Prime: Deion Sanders' first day at Jackson State: House hunting and a hit piece.
Nuclear Winter:The first installment of Nuclear Winter VI has dropped. Prepare yourselves for the second installment to come later this morning. She's a beaut, Clark.
Southern Miss: USM has officially named Will Hall their new head coach.
MTSU vs UAB: Middle Tennessee's home game against UAB set for Sunday has been canceled.
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Michigan: Michigan will not play this weekend's game against Maryland. In making the announcement the University noted the earliest they can practice next would be Monday the 7th. The Wolverines are scheduled to play Ohio State December 12th.
Signing day with coaching changes: Mike Bobo was asked today how South Carolina planned to handle the upcoming signing day.
Texas: Urban may very well pass on the soon-to-open Texas job. But if the idea was a complete non-starter, it never would have reached the point it did today.
Nuclear Winter: Episode II has dropped. Texas has a new coach. Hugh Freeze makes his move. A couple of generational jobs have opened. This is... Nuclear Winter VI.
Southern Miss: A look at Will Hall's likely offensive staff, per sources.
Missouri Southern State (D-II): In an unexpected move, Missouri Southern State has parted ways with head coach Jeff Sims.
Cancelation: Kent State's game at Miami (OH) scheduled for Saturday has been cancelled due to Covid issues within the Kent State program.
Southeastern University (NAIA - FL): Southeastern is looking to fill 3 graduate assistant positions to begin January 2021. Priority will be placed on experience at the Offensive & Defensive skill positions, along with special teams. Applicants with football operations experience are highly encouraged to apply.Position responsibilities include, but not limited to; coaching a position, recruiting, film breakdown, practice organization, game day preparation, student athlete development, football operations and other duties assigned by the Offensive, Defensive Coordinators and Head Coach.This position will include graduate tuition, meal plan and housing stipend. Qualifications include bachelor's degree and acceptance into a graduate program with a 3.0 GPA. All interested applicants should email the following address at rdsanchez@seu.edu Please include a cover letter, resume, and three references. Please no phone calls.
Michigan / Ohio State: Last night Kirk Herbstreit took a shot at Michigan. He later apologized. This morning, Desmond Howard brought this back in a new way.
Southern Miss: Yesterday we reported Southern Miss was planning to hire Will Hall as their new head coach. We hear this is likely to be announced today. Stay tuned...
Ball today: Yeah, its Wednesday; but #2020, so we got ball today! Ravens at Steelers. 3:40 et on NBC.
Quincy University (D-II – IL): QU is seeking applicants for two graduate assistant positions working with the offensive line and secondary. Benefits include tuition and stipend. Interested candidates should forward their resume to Sean Kelly at kellyse@quincy.edu. No phone calls please.
Morehead State (FCS - KY): Morehead State University is accepting applications for a part-time OLB or DB Coach. Position includes coaching, recruiting, and administrative duties assigned by the DC and HFC. Compensation for the position is $10,000. Candidates must have at least 2 years of previous college coaching experience. Review of resumes will begin immediately. Position starts January 4, 2021. Please submit cover letter, resume and references to ajbrinson@moreheadstate.edu.
ACC: The ACC made a brilliant move to protect its Notre Dame and Clemson in their hunts for the Playoff. We explain here.
Kirk Herbstreit: Herbie went rough on Michigan during ESPN's Playoff rankings show on Tuesday night. He took to social after the show to apologize.
Randolph-Macon College (D-III - VA): Randolph-Macon invites applications for a 12-month Assistant Football Coach (Intern Position). Randolph-Macon plays in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference, which has an automatic qualifier to the NCAA Division III Tournament. Responsibilities for this intern position include coaching an offensive skill position, off campus recruiting, and assisting the head coach in all practice and game day preparations. Bachelor’s degree with collegiate playing experience is required. Must have a valid driver’s license with satisfactory motor vehicle record by insurance standards. Qualified candidates must demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills as well as be committed to the policies and regulations of the ODAC and NCAA Division III. Please complete an online application at https://bit.ly/rmc1250 to include uploading a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references addressed to Sharon Jackson, Director of Human Resources. Screening of applications will begin immediately. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!
Dakota Wesleyan University (SD): Dakota Wesleyan in Mitchell, SD is seeking (3) Graduate Assistant positions, one on offense, one on defense, and one TBD based on candidates. These positions are entry-level positions onto the coaching staff at Dakota Wesleyan University. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assist the head coach and with all aspects of the football program, coaching your own position group, full-time recruiting area, academic monitoring responsibilities, special teams assignment, equipment and/or video responsibilities, assisting with community service and fundraising, along with other duties as assigned. These positions will help develop schemes, conduct meetings for installing of scheme, practice film review, and game film review. These positions require passing a background check and acceptance into the Master of Arts in Education program before an offer can be made. The successful candidates will receive a 2/3 tuition waiver, $1,500 stipend spread out over 10 months (Aug-May), and a meal plan. No Housing is included with these positions. Classes will begin Jan 11th for these positions. To apply for the Master of Arts in Education please click this link. Please send cover letter, resume and references to Head Football Coach Ross Cimpl at ross.cimpl@dwu.edu. Please, no phone calls.
Nick Saban: Why Nick Saban's experience with COVID may have been a blessing in disguise for Alabama and a living nightmare for everyone else.
Neal Brown: The West Virginia head coach addresses rumors connecting him to the South Carolina job.
Oklahoma: With a few assistant coaches out, due to COVID-related reasons, Lincoln Riley brought in a local tequila peddler to help coach the Sooners this week. That guy's name? None other than Bob Stoops.
Postponed Games: With multiple games on the list already, keep track of all canceled/postponed games for the upcoming week here.
New Coaching Changes Page: Keep track of all the 2020-21 NFL and College head coaching movement here.