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2024 NFL & College - Head coaching changes
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Bethen (NAIA - TN): Defensive coordinator Chris Springer, who has stepped in as interim head coach since the departure of Mike Jasper, has been elevated to head coach. Springer has spent the last several seasons on staff, and was an integral piece of an 11-0 regular season in 2022.
Colorado: Reggie Calhoun Jr. has accepted a role on staff working as director of football NIL / revenue sharing with the Buffs.
New Mexico: Colin Lockett has been formally announced as the Lobos new receivers coach, Jared Elliott as tight ends, and Spence Nowinsky as defensive coordinator and linebackers coach.
UCLA: Matt Biondi has been named an offensive analyst for the Bruins. He spent the last two seasons at James Madison and worked alongside new UCLA offensive coordinator Tino Sunseri at both JMU and Florida State.
New England Patriots: Mike Vrabel and the Patriots are indeed zeroing in on Josh McDaniels as their new offensive coordinator, per Jeremy Fowler.
Tulsa: Dominique Davenport, who has been part of Tre Lamb's staff at East Tennessee State (FCS) and Gardner Webb (FCS - NC), has joined the Tulsa staff as special teams senior analyst. He coordinated the special teams and coached the running backs at ETSU last fall.
UCLA: Tyree Thompson, a Bruins linebacker in 2018-19, has returned to the program as a defensive analyst. He spent last season on staff at Arizona State as a graduate assistant, and two seasons prior to that at Hawaii in the same role.
Bucknell (FCS - PA): Sources tell FootballScoop former Elon (FCS) and Lehigh (FCS - PA) offensive coordinator Drew Folmer will be the new offensive play caller at Bucknell.
Buffalo: Pete Lembo has now officially announced the additions of Chris Monfiletto (STC) and Jordan Johnson (RBs).
Rice: Scott Abell has announced the additions of Wyane Lineburg (assistant HC / TEs), Ty Warren (defensive run game coordinator / DL) and Johnathan Wilson (RBs) to the staff.
New England Patriots: Josh McDaniels, the former Raiders and Broncos head coach who has spent a number of years coordinating Patriot offenses under Bill Belichick, has interviewed for the offensive coordinator job, Mike Reiss shares and adds that he's the favorite to join Mike Vrabel's staff at this time.
New England Patriots: Dolphins outside linebackers coach Ryan Crow has interviewed for the defensive coordinator job, per Tom Pelissero. Crow spent six seasons coaching under Vrabel with the Titans..
Colorado Mesa (D-II): Defensive coordinator Trent Matthews has left his post after a 7-4 season to become the head coach at Forge Christian HS (CO).
Chabot (JC - CA): Chabot College, a community college in Hayward, CA has a full-time Director of Football Operations, this position will serve as the HEAD FOOTBALL COACH. This is an administrative position and not faculty. This position requires a master's degree in any discipline from accredited university or college. The pay range is $118,080 - $143,551 annually. To enter higher than the bottom step the successful candidate must have relevant administrative/management experience in education. Please visit this link for more information and to apply.
Mississippi Gulf Coast (JC): Chase Calcagni is the new receivers coach and pass game coordinator. Calcagni has previous stops at South Alabama, Central Arkansas (FCS), and Findlay (D-II).
North Carolina: Arizona defensive analyst Ty Nichols has accepted a position on staff with the Tar Heels.
Minnesota Vikings: The organization and Kevin O'Connell have agreed to terms on a mutli-year extension. Extension talks for GM Kewsi Adofo-Mensah are now also underway, per multiple reports.
St. John's (D-III - MN): Saint John’s University is in need of a week 1 Home game on September 6, 2025. Can offer a significant guarantee for your team to come to Collegeville. Contact Head Coach Gary Fasching at gfasching@csbsju.edu in interested.
Jacksonville Jaguars: Rick Stroud shares that the Bucs are preparing to lose offensive coordinator Liam Coen to the Jaguars head coaching job. Stay tuned...
West Virginia: Rich Rod and the Mountaineers have announced the additions of Garrett Hirsch (associate director of scouting), Ty Arlesic (assistant director of scouting), and Nic Bankston (assistant director of scouting).
Chicago Bears: As expected, the organization has now formally announced Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as the new head coach.
New England Patriots: Lions defensive line coach Terrell Williams is being targeted for the defensive coordinator job under Mike Vrabel, per CBS Sports. Before joining the Detroit staff, Williams was defensive line coach and assistant head coach with the Titans under Vrabel.
Nebraska Kearney (D-II): Ruzell McCoy Jr. has accepted the linebackers / recruiting coordinator job with the Lopers. He spent last season as the defensive coordinator at Madonna (NAIA - MI) after stops coaching college ball in Oklahoma and Kansas.
New England Patriots: Yesterday, Vikings assistant offensive coordinator / assistant quarterbacks coach Grant Udinksi interviewed for the offensive coordinator job, per Albert Breer. Just 28 years old, Udinski has been in the mix for a number of new roles around the NFL.
Central Methodist (NAIA - MO): Kenneth Buckallew has accepted the tight ends job. He previously coached the offensive line and served as assistant head coach at Amos P. Godby HS (FL).
Midwest Champions: We've been brainwashed by the likes of ESPN to think championship football is played in the south. That narrative should change, starting today, as the midwest is the new home of all championship football programs FBS to NAIA.
Anderson (D-II - SC): Anderson is no longer accepting resumes for the vacant GA position. Thank you for the overwhelming interest.
Dartmouth (FCS - NH): Dartmouth Football is hiring for their Defensive Backs (Secondary) position. Interested parties should apply here.
Gardner-Webb (FCS - NC): Gardner-Webb is looking to hire a Offensive Graduate Assistant, working with Quarterbacks and Wide Receivers. Prior coaching or playing experience is mandatory. Preference will be given to those with a background on the defensive side of the ball. Candidates will need to be able to use DVSport, Visio, and PFF on a daily basis. Candidates will be responsible for a recruiting area / working with a position / film breakdown / data entry and all other duties assigned by the Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator. This is a Graduate Assistant role that includes housing, a full tuition waiver, $5,800 stipend, and occasional meals. Receipt of this position is predicated on acceptance into a Gardner-Webb University graduate school program. All interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to gwufb1@gmail.com. Please use the word OFFENSE in email subject
Top 25: With Ohio, Indiana and Arizona State in the top five, FootballScoop's Year End Top 25 is out.
Green Bay Packers: Tampa Bay Bucs defensive line coach and run game coordinator Kacy Rodgers is interviewing today with the Packers for their open defensive line job, per Ian Rapoport.
Gardner-Webb (FCS - NC): Gardner-Webb is looking to hire an Operations Assistant / Equipment Manager. This person would act as the head football equipment manager, as well as a direct assistant to the Director of Football Ops.. Candidates with a background in football operations or equipment are preferred Duties Include equipment setup for all games and practices, purchasing and ordering of all equipment, managing a staff of student assistants, assisting with on campus recruiting visits, and other duties assigned by the Head Coach and Director of Football Ops. This is a Graduate Assistant role that includes housing, a full tuition waiver, $5800 stipend, and occasional meals. Receipt of this position is predicated on acceptance into a Gardner-Webb University graduate school program. All interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to gwufb1@gmail.com. Please use the word EQUIPMENT in email subject.
Army: After a 12-win season, the Black Knights are losing offensive assistant Blake Powers for an opportunity to take over his alma mater.
Dallas Cowboys: Offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer is expected to interview for the head coaching job, per Ian Rapoport.
Gardner-Webb (FCS - NC): Gardner-Webb is looking to hire a Director of Creative Content. Video editing, photoshop and graphic making skills are mandatory. Candidates with knowledge and experience with PFF and/or DVSport are preferred. Duties Include managing and creating content for social media accounts, making graphics for games and recruiting, planning and coordinating film for all practices and games, and assisting the football staff with day-to-day operations. This is a Graduate Assistant role that includes housing, a full tuition waiver, $5,800 stipend, and occasional meals. Receipt of this position is predicated on acceptance into a Gardner-Webb University graduate school program. All interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to gwufb1@gmail.com. Please use the word VIDEO in email subject
New Orleans Saints: Due to severe weather, the Saints are rescheduling this week's round of in-person interviews with Mike Kafka (scheduled for today), and Aaron Glenn and Anthony Weaver (both scheduled for Wednesday), per Tom Pelissero.
Montana State (FCS): Sources tell FootballScoop the program's new offensive coordinator will be one of the top D-II head coaches.
Cincinnati Bengals: The Bengals are working to land Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden as their new defensive coordinator.
2025 Season: Here are 16 non-conference games to look forward to this fall.
Hardin Simmons University (D-III - TX): Hardin Simmons University is exploring all options for week 3 (Sept. 20th), week 4 (Sept. 27th), and week 8 (Oct. 25th) for the 2025 season. Email jburleson@hsutx.edu with any interest.
Seattle Seahawks: Detroit Lions offensive line coach Hank Fraley is scheduled to interview in-person today with the Seahawks for their offensive coordinator job, per Dan Graziano.
Ohio State: With their win last night to bring the national title to Columbus, each Ohio State assistant adds a bonus amount equal to 5% of their base salary, bringing their bonus totals to 35% of their base salary, meaning defensive coordinator Jim Knowles bonus amount totals $770k while Chip Kelly made $700k in bonus money, per Steve Berkowitz.
New York Jets: Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, a former Jets player who is widely believed to be the Jets top target, will visit with the Jets today about their head coaching job, and Ian Rapoport shares the goal is to keep him from leaving the building so if all goes well he could end up the Jets head coach by the end of the day.
Lyon College (D-III - AR): Lyon College would like to invite applicants for a restricted earnings position coach coaching QBs. Salary: $15,000 over 12 months, including shared housing and all meals, along with health and retirement benefits. Duties will include coaching, recruiting, and an operational assignment (EX: equipment, video, social media). The ideal candidate will have previous playing and 1-2+ years coaching experience with a desire to obtain a full-time college football coaching position. Please apply by completing the following QB Application. Applicants will be reviewed immediately.
Helvetic Mercenaries (ELF): The Helvetic Mercenaries in Switzerland of the European League of Football have openings available for an LB coach and DL coach with the opportunity of ST Coordinator being added to the right candidate. The position included: Salary, housing, round trip airfare, insurance, transportation, gym membership and an opportunity to coach in the highest league in Europe. The contract period is April-the be good September at the latest. If you’re interested please send resumes to coachherford13@gmail.com. We are looking to fill these positions as soon as possible with the right candidates.
Chicago Bears: With Ben Johnson leaving The Motor City for The Windy City, here's a tracker on how he's filling out his staff you're going to want to keep an eye on.
New England Patriots: Keep track of Mike Vrabel's staff in New England as it comes together via our Patriots Staff Tracker page.
WPI (D-III - MA): WPI is looking to hire an intern coach. This position requires a bachelor’s degree. The position will include a monthly stipend plus free housing. Preference given to someone who can be here this spring (March 1). The successful applicant will coach their own position (best fit), run positional meetings, and have their own recruiting area to be determined by best fit as well. WPI is one of the top academic universities in the US and the successful applicant will serve as a role model for students in and out of competition as well as maintain and support a culture within the program that fosters continual development of student-athletes. This opportunity is perfect for a young coach in the college profession. Applicants should send all info to gridironcoaches@wpi.edu and can apply online via this link.
North Dakota (FCS): Brandon Bostick has accepted the assistant tight ends job with the program.
Chicago: The Bears are hiring Detroit offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their new head coach multiple outlets are reporting.
Ole Miss: One of college football's brightest young offensive coordinators, Dane Stevens, is headed to Ole Miss in a key role under Lane Kiffin, sources tell FootballScoop.
Houston Texans: Chris Strausser, who explored retiring before the season started, is not expected to return to the staff, per Dylan Delgatto.
Chicago Bears: In addition to pursuing former Saints head coach Dennis Allen for the defensive coordinator job, Adam Schefter adds that Ben Johnson is also heavily pursuing former Saints interim head coach Darren Rizzi to fill his special teams coordinator job.
Coaches Scout the Title Game: In a FootballScoop exclusive, coaches, coordinators, and assistants scouted the Notre Dame vs Ohio State title game.
Washington State: Ron Pavlik, a former college punter who previously served as assistant to the head coach at South Dakota State, has been named assistant special teams coach.
Detroit Lions: Dan Campbell shared today that he's prepared to lose both Ben Johnson (OC) and Aaron Glenn (DC) to head coaching opportunities in the coming days. If/when that happens, Campbell has identified a former FCS standout and a former AAC head coach among the in-house candidates to position to take coordinator roles.
Jacksonville Jaguars: Former Jets head coach Robert Saleh has a second interview for the Jags head coaching job lined up for Friday, per multiple reports. Adam Schefter adds that the organization is also bringing in former Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham and Bucs offensive coordinator Liam Coen this week for second interviews as well.
Ohio State: Ryan Day has a legit grip about officiating, and the data to back it up heading into last night's national title game.
Atlanta Falcons: The Falcons are interviewing Texans assistant defensive line coach Nate Ollie for their defensive line job, per Mike Garfolo. Ollie previously worked alongside new defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich with the Jets in 2021.