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The Scoop - Monday May 13, 2019

Monday May 13, 2019

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#StaffTracker: A one stop page where you can keep track of how the new head coaches are filling their staffs. NFL – FBS – FCS – D-II

Long-time NFL coach Gunther Cunningham has died. Please keep his friends and family in your prayers. Over his 47 year career, Cunningham coached the Colts, Chargers, Raiders, Chiefs, Titans and Lions. He also coached at the collegiate level working on staffs at Oregon, Arkansas, Stanford and Cal. He will be missed by many. God bless.

Simon Fraser (D-II – BC): Simon Fraser University, a Division II school in Burnaby, B.C., Canada, is looking for an Offensive Assistant. This is stipend position with no housing or benefits. Priority will be given to those w running backs playing and/or coaching experience. Preference will be given to candidates with Canadian citizenship. Please send resume, cover letter, and references to Head Coach Thomas Ford tjford@sfu.ca

Philadelphia Eagles: Dolphins pro scout Max Gruder will join the Eagles' organization in a similar role, tweets Neil Stratton of Inside the League.

SUNY Maritime (D-III): Adam Moses has joined the staff as offensive coordinator after spending last season as the special teams coordinator at Ohio Northern (D-III).

Oberlin (D-III - OH): The Oberlin College Department of Athletics and Physical Education invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach of Football /Defensive Assistant. This is a full-time, 12-month Administrative and Professional Staff position, reporting to the Head Coach of Football and working with the Director of Athletics and Physical Education. Bachelor’s degree required; 1-2 years coaching and/or relevant competitive experience; collegiate playing experience preferred; solid administrative skills and the ability to motivate staff and volunteers to achieve administrative goals. Interested candidates can apply with the required cover letter and resume, and see more information, via this link.

Louisburg (JC - NC): The head coaching job is open and has been posted. This position will have other duties as assigned within the athletic department. Master’s degree preferred. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position has filled. Letter of application, resume and references with phone numbers should be emailed to athletic director Mike Holloman at mholloman@louisburg.edu.

Teachers should be more like coaches, former Big Ten and NFL lineman shares

Texas A&M Commerce (D-II): Texas A&M Commerce is now accepting applications for defensive line graduate assistant. Responsibilities include; film breakdown/scouting reports, offensive scout team coaching/organization, on-campus recruiting visits, academic class checks/study hall monitoring, in addition to other responsibilities designated by the head coach, defensive coordinator, and defensive line coach. Experience with Hudl, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. is preferred. Requirements: GPA of 2.9 or higher in undergraduate studies, a valid driver’s license, and ability to pass background check. Further details of compensation (pay and graduate program coverages) will be provided to prospective candidates. All interested should send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to defensive line coach Casey walker at casey.walker@tamuc.edu. Review of candidates will begin immediately and the expected start date will be June 1, 2019.

Oberlin (D-III - OH): The Oberlin College Department of Athletics and Physical Education invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach of Football (WRs). This is a part-time, 6-month Administrative and Professional Staff position, reporting to the Head Coach of Football and working with the Director of Athletics and Physical Education. Bachelor’s degree required, a master’s degree is preferred; three years coaching and/or relevant competitive experience; collegiate playing experience preferred; solid administrative skills and the ability to motivate staff and volunteers to achieve administrative goals. Interested candidates can apply with the required cover letter and resume, and see more information, via this link.

Missouri State (FCS): William Jewell (D-II - MO) inside linebackers coach / recruiting coordinator Connor Benada has accepted a quality control job working with the special teams, per source.

Dakota College at Bottineaau (JC - ND): Dakota College at Bottineau has an opening for an offensive line coach for the 2019 season. Responsibilities include coaching a position group, assisting in formulating game plans, some special teams duties, and some recruiting and S&C duties. Other duties on campus for extra pay will most likely be available including, but not limited to tutoring and academic monitoring of student-athletes. Salary for just the coaching aspect will be in the 3500-4000 range with a starting date of July 16, 2019 for either the season or the entire school year if interested in some Residence Life duties. On-campus room and meals are quite likely as well. See the complete job description at this link. Please email cover letter and resume to AD/HFC Dan Davis at danny.davis@dakotacollege.edu. No phone calls at this time please.

MacMurray (D-III - IL): MacMurray College is looking for an entry-level defensive line coach. Compensation includes a 10 month stipend, off-campus housing and a partial meal plan. Details regarding the position can be found via this link. Applicants will send a letter of interest, resume and minimum of three references to hr@mac.edu.

XFL: The XFL is reportedly set to name the eighth and final head coach for its inaugural season. Details here.

Rivalries: Dan Mullen wants to bait Kirby Smart into a war of words, but Kirby's having none of it.

Kilgore (JC - TX): Kilgore College is looking to hire a linebackers coach. Bachelor’s Degree is required. The following experience is preferred: College-level playing; Coaching at high school and/or college; and state of Texas connections. The position will include a stipend along with Housing and Meals. Please send resume and references to Nick Dobler at ndobler@kilgore.edu.

Oakland Raiders: The Raiders have hired former Patriots national scout DuJuan Daniels reports Adam Schefter who adds Daniels will have a senior executive position with the Raiders.

Eastern New Mexico (D-II): Eastern New Mexico University is now accepting applicants for Defensive Graduate Assistant. Compensation includes $8500 per year. Job duties include coaching a position, recruiting area, and film breakdown. Qualified candidates must apply and gain admittance into Eastern New Mexico Graduate School. Minimum requirements are a 3.o GPA. Email resumes toMichael.Walton@enmu.edu No phone calls please. Apply via this link. Select graduate assistant for the 2019-20 school year.

Oberlin (D-III - OH): The Oberlin College Department of Athletics and Physical Education invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach of Football (RBs). This is a part-time, 4-month Administrative and Professional Staff position, reporting to the Head Coach of Football and working with the Director of Athletics and Physical Education. The Oberlin College Department of Athletics and Physical Education invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach of Football. This is a part-time, 4-month Administrative and Professional Staff position, reporting to the Head Coach of Football and working with the Director of Athletics and Physical Education. Interested candidates can apply with the required cover letter and resume, and see more information, via this link.

Business Cards: Georgia Tech might just have the coolest business cards in the game ...

Kansas: Defensive line coach Kwahn Drake has added the title of defensive run game coordinator, per source.

LA Rams: Sean McVay believes he watched too much film before the Super Bowl. Here’s how it affected him.

Miami Dolphins: Per source, Rutgers assistant Devin Redd has accepted a Bill Walsh Minority Fellowship position with the Dolphins.

Head coaching changes: See all the 2018 NFL and College head coaching changes here