Friday November 6, 2015
North Texas: Oklahoma offensive coordinator Lincoln Riley interviewed this week for the North Texas head job reports the Star-Telegram's John Henry. Henry adds that Arizona State OL coach (and former Abilene Christian head coach) Chris Thomsen and Texas A&M offensive coordinator Jake Spavital are believed to be on the list to interview and he notes that UNT is also expected to inquire about TCU's Doug Meacham and / or Sonny Cumbie. Update: Riley has formally denied through Oklahoma that he is a candidate at UNT.
South Carolina: JC Shurburtt reports this after that Tom Herman is the "clear leading candidate" for the job. Shurburtt adds that Kirby Smart, Charlie Strong and Justin Fuente "could enter the mix" should the job get past Herman.
Georgia: DawgNation, which has been on top of things out Georgia, reports this afternoon that Mark Richt still hasn't signed the new contract he "shook on" nearly a year ago. Georgia AD Greg McGarity says "To me a handshake is an agreement and the board approved it. Everybody approved it." So, don't expect any issue on that front; but the question remains, why wouldn't Mark Richt handle his business timely. That's just odd.
South Carolina: ESPN's Joe Schad chimes in that Rich Rod & South Carolina "are worth close watching". If you are so inclined, have a look at what Scott offered as his "Initial thoughts regarding candidates at South Carolina." back on October 13th.
FootballScoop: In anticipation of an active December, beginning later this afternoon we're going to take the site into the shop, give it an oil change, put some new tires on and Doug promised us his cousin is hooking us up with some sweet rims. The site will still be up but if things appear a little funky, just know that we're working through it.
Missouri State (FCS): First year head coach Dave Steckel will miss their game at Youngstown State on Saturday after undergoing emergency eye surgery on his retina Thursday morning. Offensive coordinator Mario Verduzco and defensive coordinator Marcus Yokeley will act as co-interim head coaches for the game Saturday. Stec is a warrior. This will be the first game he's missed in 33 years coaching. Glad to hear he plans to be on the sidelines next weekend.
Southwest Baptist (D-II - MO):Southwest Baptist University is looking to fill open dates in the 2016 season. Open dates in 2016 on September 3rd, September 10th & November 10th. Will play FCS, D2 or an NAIA school to fill these dates. Will consider all options. Please contact head coach Robert Clardy at rclardy@sbuniv.edu.
UNC Pembroke (D-II - NC): UNC Pembroke is looking for opponents on the following dates in 2016 (all Saturdays): September 10th, September 17th, November 5th and November 12th. If interested, please contact head coach Shane Richardson at shane.richardson@uncp.edu or via phone at 910-775-4110.
LA Kiss (Arena): San Jose SaberCats assistant head coach Omarr Smith has been hired as the head coach of the Kiss franchise. Smith takes over for Bob McMillen, who resigned after guiding the team to a 7-29 record in the organization's first two seasons.
NCSA:Micah Jones is a wide receiver spotlight featured by NCSA Athletic Recruiting. Come back to The Scoop daily as we highlight more prospects like Micah that can be found using your free NCSA account.
