Friday February 6, 2015
Detroit Lions: With John Bonamego taking the Central Michigan job, SI reports the Lions will hire Joe Marciano as special teams coordinator.
Michigan: Michigan has hired Miami assistant DFO Matt Doherty as its recruiting coordinator Peter Ariz of CanesInsight.com.
UCLA: Defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich is leaving to join the Falcons according to multiple reports out of Westwood.
LSU: Offensive quality control Hudson Fuller is leaving LSU to return to TCU per source. Fuller's role, while not official yet, will be similar.
Indiana State (FCS): After a highly successful season, Mike Sanford has received a multi year extension through the 2019 season.
Central Michigan: CMU plans to hire Detroit Lions special teams coordinator John Bonamego as their head coach, according to Hondo Carpenter. Here's the story.
Oakland Raiders: Miami defensive line coach Jethro Franklin is expected to take the same job with the Raiders. Both SI & FoxSports are reporting now.
Ole Miss: Per source, LSU offensive quality control Sean Patterson has left the program and is expected to accept a full-time position at Ole Miss. We hear his role will be in personnel. Will update...
Michigan: The salaries of some of the Michigan assistants have been released by the Detroit News; Tim Drevno (OC/OL) - $800k, DJ Durkin (DC / LBs) - $800k, Jay Harbaugh (TEs) - $175k year one and $200k year two, Greg Mattison (DL) - $500k and a $200k signing bonus, Tyrone Wheatley (RBs) - $335k year one and $365 in year two, John Baxter (STC) - $350k, Jedd Fisch (pass game coordinator / QBs / WRs) - $200k, Greg Jackson (secondary) - $300k and a $50k signing bonus, and Michael Zordich (secondary) - $287k.
Seattle Seahawks: Defensive backs coach Kris Richard is being promoted to defensive coordinator. 2 years as a grad assistant...four years later he's an NFL defensive coordinator. It's all about timing in this profession.
Humboldt State (D-II - CA): Per source, Seth Damron has been hired as defensive line coach. He comes from Colorado Mesa.
Oakland Raiders: The Raiders have named Seahawks linebackers coach Ken Norton Jr. their defensive coordinator.
Tennessee: Receivers coach Zach Azzanni and running backs coach Robert Gillespie have received promotions. Azzanni has added the title of pass game coordinator and Gillespie has added the duties of recruiting coordinator.
University of San Diego (FCS):The University of San Diego is looking for a game on 9/19/2015 and possibly 10/24/2015 with the strong preference being to fill the 09/19/2015 slot. We can either play home or away. Please contact Dan Yourg, Associate Director of Athletics at yourg@sandiego.edu or 619.260.4803.
Florida: Jim McElwain has now formally announced Chris Rumph as the new defensive line coach for the Gators.
Florida Atlantic: Running backs coach Roger Harriott has resigned in order to focus on family.
Marshall: Ohio Dominican (D-II) offensive coordinator Todd Geobbel has been hired to coach the tight ends, per a report from SI.
Abilene Christian (FCS - TX): Per source, receivers coach Kendrick Holloway is stepping down to pursue high school coaching opportunities closer to home and we understand that head coach Ken Collums plans to promote tight ends / H backs coach Steven Thrash to the receivers spot.
South Florida: Director of player personnel Paul Gonnella will not return.
Pittsburgh Steelers: The Steelers have promoted defensive assistants Joey Porter (outside linebackers coach) and Jerry Olsavsky (inside linebackers coach).
New York Jets: Sources confirm to FootballScoop that University of Buffalo defensive line coach John Scott will join the Jets staff. SI has reported that he will be assistant defensive line coach. Scott coached the defensive line at Texas Tech the past two seasons.
Feather River (CC - CA): Feather River CC is looking for an offensive assistant coach (OL). Duties may include assisting in football operations, recruiting, academic monitoring, practice organization, video editing, and other related activities. Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience or the equivalent is required for coaching stipend. Teaching opportunities are also available dependent on qualifications. Full descriptions & applications available here or call (530) 283-0202 ext. 257. EOE. Open until filled. First review date 02/12/15.
Tennessee: As we reported yesterday, Tennessee has now formally announced the addition of Mike DeBord as their new offensive coordinator / quarterbacks coach.
Florida: Per source, Jim McElwain has brought his director of player personnel at Colorado State, Kevin Barbay, to Florida as associate director of player personnel. Barbay previously served as receivers coach at Lamar University and held positions at Texas A&M Commerce and North Texas as well as serving as a high school head coach & athletic director in Texas. We understand Mac has announced the hire.
Feather River (CC - CA): Feather River is looking to hire a video and image intern to help with creating material for their website and promotional materials. Full details on the Operations page.
Colorado: Joe Tumpkin will coach the safeties and Charles Clark will work with the corners at Colorado.
Warner University (NAIA - FL): Warner University is looking for an October 10th or October 24th game in 2015. A home and home with an NAIA or DIII school is preferred. We are also willing to travel with a guarantee for an FCS or DII school. Please contact Bob Urwin at bob.urwin@warner.edu.
Indianapolis Colts: The Colts have named Jim Hostler, who served as a senior offensive assistant with the Bills last season, their new wide receivers coach. Also, Tim Berbenich has been added as a defensive assistant, Hal Hunter will coach the offensive line, and Brad White will coach the outside linebackers. Charlie Williams, who had been coaching the receivers, will now coach the running backs.
Clemson: Per source, Clemson has hired former tight end Durrell Barry to serve as the offensive player development assistant, and former All American safety DeAndre McDaniel as a defensive grad assistant. Clemson's signing day celebration was off the hook! Who had the better moves,Dabo Swinney or Brent Venables?
Lamar (FCS - TX): Offensive coordinator / quarterbacks coach Larry Kueck has retired from the offensive coordinator / quarterbacks job.
Coffeyville CC (KS): Coffeyville CC has an opening for a defensive line coach. Previous DL coaching experience is preferred. Those familiar with Pete Jenkins fundamentals and teaching progression will receive top consideration. The position involves various duties involving monitoring dorms, film breakdown, etc. The position offers housing, benefits and a small monthly stipend. Please email a copy of your resume and references to defensive coordinator Mitchell Pate at coachpate@icloud.com. No phone calls please.
Prairie View A&M: Willie Mack Garza has been added to the staff as special teams coordinator / linebackers coach.
Tabor (NAIA - KS): Tabor College is looking for a grad assistant coach with atletic administrative responsibilities. Required is a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Applicant must meet requirements for admission to Tabor’s graduate school (degree in Master of Business Administration). Tabor College is a Christian organization and requires all potential employees to communicate a clear commitment to being a follower of Jesus. Start Date is August 1, 2015 or date otherwise agreed to by successful candidate and head football coach. The program is for 2 years. Assistant coaching duties fall under the direction of the head football coach. Also includes assisting with a variety of athletic administrative tasks. Compensation is $2000 yearly stipend, some meals, free tuition, books and fees for MBA program (no housing). Submit cover letter, resume and under-graduate transcripts via e-mail to human resource director Ruth Funk at ruthf@tabor.edu.
Lamar (FCS - TX): Lamar University is looking for a special teams intern. This is an UNPAID position, great for a young coach looking to get into the coaching profession. The position will work directly with the special teams coordinator. Job duties will include breakdowns of opponent special teams, scouting reports, self scout, and game plan assistance. Also, the position will be involved in on campus recruiting activities, and offensive practice preparation. Interested candidates should contact Coach Brian Morgan at brian.morgan@lamar.edu.
Colorado State: Geoff Martzen has joined Mike Bobo's staff as director of player personnel. Martzen previously served as BYU's personnel and recruiting coordinator.