The Scoop

Friday February 6, 2009 (Update 3)

Arizona Cardinals: The Cardinals have dismissed defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast.

Florida Atlantic: Wide receivers coach Darryl Jackson will be promoted to offensive coordinator. Former offensive coordinator Gary Nord accepted the same job at Purdue over a month ago.

Indianapolis Colts: We hear the Colts have hired Larry Coyer as defensive coordinator.

Kansas Wesleyan: Passing game coordinator Ryan Mills has been promoted to offensive coordinator.

Northwestern: Lafayette College assistant Bob Heffner is joining the Northwestern staff.

Syracuse: We hear Doug Marrone is close to hiring Bob Casullo as tight ends / special teams coordinator.

Texas Tech: Texas Tech officials and head coach Mike Leach have reached a stalemate on a contract extension.