The Scoop - Wednesday May 1, 2024

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North Carolina Wesleyan (D-III): North Carolina Wesleyan University is seeking applicants for a defensive coordinator. Preferred linebackers coach. This is a full-time position with benefits. Qualified Candidates should have strong organization skills, a great teacher, and a tremendous motivator. Email cover letter, resume and 3 professional references to head coach Jeff Filkovski at jfilkovski@ncwu.edu. No phone calls please.

Colorado: Both Colorado's head coach and starting quarterback have publicly shown a callous contempt for the players on the roster when they got to Colorado.

Highest-Paid Coaches: Today we're taking a look at the highest-paid offensive line coaches in college football

Portland State (FCS - CA): Per source, offensive coordinator / running backs coach A.C. Patterson has accepted a Bill Walsh Minority Fellowship position with the New York Giants. Patterson, who is entering his third season of his second stint with the program, has also recently added the assistant head coach title and has previous experience working with the Minnesota Vikings.

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COOL Clinic: The 42nd Annual C.O.O.L. Clinic, known as the premier event for offensive line coaches, will be held virtually May 16th-18th. This year’s clinic features an incredible array of speakers from the NFL, college football, and beyond, offering attendees a unique opportunity to learn from some of the best in the business. Headlining the event are the world-champion Kansas City Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid and Steve Spagnoulo and Joe Cullen from the Chiefs’ coaching staff. Also featured is Sherrone Moore, Head Football Coach at the University of Michigan, and Luc Brodeur, O-Line Coach for the Montreal Alouettes, the Grey Cup Champions. Joining them are NFL alumni coaches Bob Wylie, Jim McNally, Paul Alexander, and Dante Scarnecchia, along with current NFL Offensive Line Coaches Chris Strausser (Houston Texans), Jeff Stoutland (Philadelphia Eagles), and Joe Dalessandris (Baltimore Ravens). For more information including the full list of speakers and to register, visit this link.

Ohio: In addition to the promotion of John Hauser to defensive coordinator and the addition of Kurt Mattix as defensive ends coach (both of which we previously shared), the program is shifting responsibilities for a few Bobcats coaches as well this fall. Defensive tackles coach Tremayne Scott will now oversee the entire defensive line, associate head coach / running backs coach / pass game coordinator Brian Smith is the new offensive coordinator, and quarterbacks coach Scott Isphording is now pass game coordinator. Also, defensive graduate assistant Clay Finney is moving to a full-time role as director of recruiting after working with the linebackers last season.

Davenport (D-II - MI): Davenport University has an open date, due to and scheduling change. September 21, 2024 is open, home game needed. Interested in NAIA, D-II, D-III or FCS games. Contact Head Coach Sparky McEwen at smcewen@davenport.edu.

Avila (NAIA - MO): Avila University located in Kansas City Missouri has an immediate opening for a restricted earnings position, coaching the Defensive Backs. Though the position does not include benefits or grad school, there is a meal plan included & potential for housing. The position will pay around $10,000, perfect for a young coach. This position includes coaching corners or safety’s on the field, position meetings, as well as all things that go along with coaching; recruiting; 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 any other duties assigned by the Head Coach or Defensive Coordinator. Local applicants preferred but not required. Apply via this link or email avilafootball1@gmail.com.

James Madison: JMU has an immediate opening for a Director of On-Campus Recruiting position. Ideal candidates should be college graduates with two or more years of experience in Division I Football (FCS or FBS). Interested parties please send resumes and professional references to JMU Director of Player Personnel, Nathan Applebaum, at applebnq@jmu.edu.

Houston: The NFL told Houston to cease-and-desist wearing their Oilers-inspired alternate uniforms. UH told the NFL to come and take 'em.

Cleveland Browns: Neil Stratton shares that Joe Dever, who spent the last five seasons with the Browns, will not return. He most recently served as the team's mid-Atlantic scout.

Roosevelt (D-II - IL): Roosevelt University is looking to hire a graduate assistant football coach. Compensation includes full graduate school tuition and a $5,000 stipend. No housing or meals are included. Applicants must have a minimum 2.8 cumulative undergraduate GPA with subsequent admission into the Roosevelt University Graduate School . Please send a cover letter, resume, and references to Head Coach Jared Williamson at jwilliamson08@roosevelt.edu. The review of applicants will begin immediately with the start date being 7/1/23.

Hampton (FCS - VA): The Pirates announced a change in leadership on Tuesday. More here.

Alfred State (D-III – NY): Alfred State College is seeking applicants for an assistant football coach. All positions are being considered, as we are looking for the best candidate and fit. This position will be responsible for coaching their own position group, on the road recruiting, film editing/breakdown (HUDL), as well as other duties assigned by the head football coach. A Bachelor’s degree and valid driver’s license is required. This position pays $16,500 over ten months, beginning August 1st , and is eligible to receive health care benefits. This position includes a partial meal-plan, as well as the opportunity for a tuition waiver for one graduate class per semester (including winter term), at any State University of New York institution (preferably online classes). Housing is not included, but there is access to affordable options. To apply, e-mail a cover letter, resume, and three references to head coach, Scott Linn, at LinnSD@alfredstate.edu. No phone calls please.

Tony Franklin: The veteran college offensive coordinator has landed a new play calling opportunity.

Nicholls State: Former LSU player Rob Snyder has joined the staff, bringing Power Five and FCS experience with him.

Georgetown (NAIA - KY): Head coach Chris Oliver is stepping into the role of vice president of athletics. He will continue in his role leading the football program.

Western Michigan: Western Michigan has an immediate opening for Recruiting Operations Coordinator. Interested candidates should email resumes towesternmichiganfb@gmail.com.

Otterbein (D-III - OH): Otterbein University, located in the Columbus, Ohio suburb of Westerville, has an immediate opening for an Offensive Graduate Assistant Position (Offensive Line or Tight Ends) for the Fall semester. College playing and or coaching experience is preferred. Applicants must be accepted into Otterbein University’s Graduate Program. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, equipment organization, practice planning, coaching a position group, leading meetings, film break down, player evaluation, recruiting, promotion, and marketing of the program, and assisting in general day to day football operations. This position pays full tuition, meals, a $6,000 stipend for the entire school year and the possibility of housing. To apply for this position please send cover letter, resume, and references to Head Coach, Tommy Zagorski zagorski1@otterbein.edu.

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