Tuesday April 12, 2016
Wisconsin: Former player and NFL veteran Al Johnson is joining Paul Chryst's staff, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, who adds that Johnson will likely work with the offensive line in a title that is to be specified.
Texas Lutheran (D-III): Assistant coach Jason "Jay" Davern, who joined the staff in January, has been let go.
Arizona Christian (NAIA): With the departure of head coach Donnie Yantis, Arizona Christian is promoting associate head / run game coordinator / offensive line coach Jeff Bowen to head coach, per a report from 247.
Arizona State: Arizona Christian (NAIA) head coach Donnie Yantis is joining the Arizona State staff, per 247.
Kentucky Wesleyan (D-II): Kentucky Wesleyan College is looking for a game on September 17, 2016. Prefer a home game. Interested programs can contact head coach Brent Holsclaw at holsclaw@kwc.edu.
Methodist (D-III - NC): Methodist University is looking for an Away game on Sept. 2nd 2017 and a Home game on Sept. 1st 2018. Would like to sign a two year contract, please contact head coach Keven Williams at kgwilliams@methodist.edu.
Illinois: The university has agreed to one-time settlement payment of $250,000 with former head coach Tim Beckman.
West Georgia (D-II): The University of West Georgia has an opening for a defensive line graduate assistant beginning immediately. All applicants are encouraged to send their resume along with references to footballwestgeorgia@gmail.com. No phone calls please.
Notre Dame College (D-II - OH): Sean Fisher, who coached the tight ends at James Madison (FCS - VA) last season, has joined the Notre Dame College staff coaching the wide receivers.
William Pen (NAIA - IA): William Penn is seeking applicants for the position of defensive graduate assistant working with the secondary, specifically corners. Prior experience playing or coaching in the secondary is preferred. Applicants must be accepted into William Penn Masters of Business Leadership program. Stipend, tuition waiver, and possible housing included (minorities encouraged to apply). Please email cover letter, resume, and references to defensive coordinator Clayton Norberg at norbergc@wmpenn.edu with the subject “Secondary GA”. No phone calls, please.
Princeton (Sprint): Princeton has decided to discontinue their Sprint football program as a varsity athletic program.
ESPN: Todd McShay has signed a multi-year, multi-platform extension to remain with ESPN's coverage of the NFL Draft and college football, according to John Ourand of Sports Business Journal.
West Georgia (D-II): The University of West Georgia has an opening for a Defensive Line Graduate Assistant beginning immediately. All applicants are encouraged to send their resume along with references to footballwestgeorgia@gmail.com no phone calls please
Sacred Heart (FCS - CT): Sacred Heart is looking to hire a video coordinator. Full details on DFO Scoop.
Clemson: Clemson's board of regents have approved a new contract for Dabo Swinney paying him $30.75 million over six years, according to Aaron Brenner of the Charleston Post & Courier. Dabo will make $4.55 million in 2016 with incremental increases to $5.65 million in 2021. A look at all of the CFB coaches in the $5 million club.
UW-La Crosse (D-III): The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse seeks applications for the full-time position of assistant defensive coach (defensive line preferred)/events coordinator/exercise and sport science (ESS) associate lecturer. The assistant coach will be an integral member of the coaching staff for one of the most historically successful football programs in Division III history, including three national championships, 33 conference titles, and a $17 million home stadium. The individual should possess the skills and experiences necessary to serve as a position coach on the UWL defensive football coaching staff (preferably Defensive Line) and possible coordinator opportunity. Required Qualifications: earned masters degree, substantial football coaching experience at the high school level or above, experience with, or demonstrated knowledge of event management demonstrated ability to work as an individual and as a member of a team, strong oral and written communication skills, valid driver's license required. Please visit this link to apply.
Kutztown (D – II - PA): Per source, former Temple University defensive graduate assistant Eric Fargo has been named defensive line coach at Kutztown University.
Augustana (D-II - SD): Mike Schuff, who coached the running backs at Mount Union (D-III - OH) the past three seasons, has been hired as an offensive graduate assistant coaching the running backs at Augustana University, per source.