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Ohio: Owen Hoen has accepted a job on the Bobcats staff as director of scouting while he pursues his Masters degree.

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Oregon State: Oregon State has hired Kevin Griffin as its new AD. Griffin was previously the associate AD for business strategy at Ohio State.

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Huntingdon (D-III - AL): Huntingdon College is seeking applicants for a Running Backs Coach position. This is an internship opportunity that includes a small stipend and the possibility of room and board. Responsibilities include coaching the running backs position group, assisting with recruiting, player development, game preparation, and other duties assigned by the head coach. Interested applicants should submit a resume to Eli Powell hc.jepowell@hawks.huntingdon.edu.

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Harding (D-II - AR): Harding University is seeking applicants for a Graduate Assistant position working with the Defensive Line. Harding is looking for candidates with tremendous passion, relentless energy, a Christian faith, and a strong desire to be involved with all levels of recruiting. Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) film breakdown and scouting, on the field coaching, recruiting, and other duties as assigned. This position comes with partial tuition credit, a meal plan, and a stipend. Candidates should send a cover letter and resume with references to Head Coach Roddy Mote at rmote@harding.edu. No phone calls please.

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Bryant (FCS - RI): Bryant University is currently accepting applications for Quality Control Assistants. These are entry level positions designed for highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic and an interest in gaining direct work experience at the Division I FCS Level and in the CAA. There are opportunities on Offense, Defense, Special Teams. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of playing experience at the high school level, however, collegiate playing experience is preferred. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: video upload and editing, opponent film breakdown, opponent reports, assisting with recruiting, tracking recruiting activity, and any other responsibilities assigned by the Head Coach and Coordinators. Candidates must have a strong background using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Prior experience using Microsoft Visio, Playmaker Pro, and Catapult/XOS Digital Film Software is encouraged. These are strictly volunteer positions with no stipend. Summer Housing, Training Camp Housing and Training Camps Meals are available. Local applicants are encouraged to apply. If interested, please email a cover letter, resume, and list of references to football@bryant.edu.

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Memphis: Memphis will be in rarified air when it comes to rev-share spending this year -- in two directions.

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Wisconsin: Luke Fickell and the Badgers have formally announced the hire of Rocco Brown as their new GM. Here's our piece a few days ago on Brown's background as he heads to Madison.

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Veteran Big Ten AD Mike Bobinski is set to retire

By Doug Samuels

Jun 3, 2026

Instead of hiring a new head coach after a 7-4 season, a California HS has decided to cancel their fall season

By Doug Samuels

a day ago

Another high school state association is on the verge of allowing one-time transfers

By Doug Samuels

3 days ago

Bill Belichick popularized game planning for "The Middle 8," recent data shows it was a myth

By Doug Samuels

7 days ago

Gators offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner becomes highest paid assistant in Florida history

By Doug Samuels

May 28, 2026

Veteran Big Ten AD Mike Bobinski is set to retire

By Doug Samuels

Jun 3, 2026

Instead of hiring a new head coach after a 7-4 season, a California HS has decided to cancel their fall season

By Doug Samuels

a day ago

Another high school state association is on the verge of allowing one-time transfers

By Doug Samuels

3 days ago

Bill Belichick popularized game planning for "The Middle 8," recent data shows it was a myth

By Doug Samuels

7 days ago

Gators offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner becomes highest paid assistant in Florida history

By Doug Samuels

May 28, 2026