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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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LaGrange (D-III - GA): LaGrange College is seeking applicants for a Defensive Assistant (LBs or DL). This is a part-time, entry-level position. The role includes a stipend, housing, and meals. We are looking for motivated, hardworking individuals who are eager to begin their careers in college football. Please email a cover letter, resume, and references to Associate Head Coach Tony Talbert at mtalbert@lagrange.edu.

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Cleveland Browns: Kathleen Woods has been promoted from her role in scouting / personnel assessment & development to advisor scouting assessment and development. She has prior experience with the Senior Bowl, Dolphins, Bills and Eagles.

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San Francisco 49ers: Back in February, the team added former Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and yesterday the team announced his official title as VP for personnel and strategy. The organization also announced promotions and new roles for Nathan Biehl (area scout), Grant Bordelon (football systems and personnel operations specialist), Ryan Carter (NFS scout), Brad Clark (senior director, football technology and video systems), Casey Filkins (player personnel scout), Jordan Fox (pro scout), Michael Gonzalez (head of general manager operations), Austin Moss II (VP player development and team dynamics), and Jeff Weidemeyer (senior manager football administration and roster management).

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Oklahoma Panhandle State (NAIA): OPSU is in search of an assistant football coach/Housing Manager. The position will be on the defensive side of the ball. We are looking for the best fit. The salary is 20,000 and comes with housing. This is a non-benefitted position. Applicants send their resume to Corbett.Miller@opsu.edu.

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Millikin (D-III - IL): Millikin University is seeking applicants for a Tight End Coach position. Responsibilities include coaching the Tight Ends, recruiting and managing an assigned recruiting territory, assisting with practice and game preparation, and other duties assigned by the Head Football Coach. Compensation includes stipend, housing and meals provided. Interested applicants should email a resume and references gtwyner@millikin.edu.

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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

21 hours 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

7 days ago

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

21 hours 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

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