The Scoop - Sunday December 31, 2023
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Duke: Manny Diaz is expected to retain two members of the previous staff in Zohn Burden (WRs) and Harland Bower (DEs), Matt Zenitz shares. Zenitz adds that Penn State analysts Gabe Infante and Rick Lyster are expected to be a part of the Blue Devils staff as well.
Missouri: Mizzou and Eli Drinkwitz have agreed to a contract extension.
Kirby Smart: Following a resounding win over Florida State yesterday where a total of 54 players from both teams were out due to opt outs, entering the portal, or injuries, Smart went viral with thoughts on why the postseason in college football needs change.
Texas A&M: Auburn's Wes McGriff is reportedly heading to College Station to join Mike Elko's staff.
Michigan: One day before his Wolverines take on Alabama in the Rose Bowl, word is out Jim Harbaugh has taken a significant step towards returning to the NFL.
Coaches of the Year: 11 of the FootballScoop Coaches of the Year have now been announced. See the winners here.
Garden City CC (JC - KS): Garden City CC located in Garden City, KS is seeking a full time football coach. The position is OC/WRs. Garden City CC competes in the Jayhawk Conference and has a long history of football excellence. Prior OC and play calling experience is a must. Must be able to recruit and preference given to those with Midwest and Southern recruiting ties. Salary is $40k with benefits. Please send your resume and a minimum of 5 references to Kiyoshi.harris@gcccks.edu. Please no phone calls. Some interviews will be conducted at the AFCA in Nashville.
Chicago Bears: Ian Rapoport shared last night that the Bears plan to bring head coach Matt Eberflus back for a third season in 2024. The Bears are 6-9 this season and were 3-14 last fall.
Auburn: Colorado defensive coordinator Charles Kelly is reportedly set to join the staff of his alma mater.
Maine Maritime (D-III): Maine Maritime Academy is seeking applicants for a restricted earnings defensive line coach. Coach will be responsible for coaching their own position group and assisting the coordinators and head coach in all areas of the program. The stipend pays $16,000 and includes housing. Please submit resume and references to mmafootball1941@gmail.com.
Troy: Gerard Parker is bringing a Notre Dame staffer with him as his new director of player personnel, sources tell FootballScoop.
UPike (NAIA - KY): University of Pikeville has two immediate Graduate Assistant openings in our football program; one on Offense and the other on Defense. New hires will be responsible for coaching and managing their own position group along with having their own recruiting areas. In addition, job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, assisting in weekly game preparation, coaching special teams, managing equipment, taking care of facilities and any other duties assigned by the Head Coach or Coordinator. If interested, please apply at jobs.upike.edu.
Southeastern Louisiana (FCS): Sources tell FootballScoop with Greg Stevens off to Utah Tech (FCS), Anthony Scelfo is being elevated to offensive coordinator. More details on the moves here.
2023-24 NFL and College Head Coaching Changes
FBS Coordinator Changes:
Offensive Coordinator
Defensive Coordinator
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