The Scoop - Tuesday May 14, 2024
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Doug Gottlieb: How would your AD feel about hiring a head football coach with a national, daily radio show? One basketball school just did that.
ESPN: ESPN has announced the highlights of its Week 1 college football schedule.
Jon Gruden: Jon Gruden has lost his case before the Nevada Supreme Court, and his lawsuit against the NFL will now by heard by the NFL.
Jeff Fisher: The former Rams and Titans head coach is reportedly set to take over as the commissioner of a struggling league.
Murray State (FCS - KY): Brannon Tidwell has been name director of player personnel and high school relations. He spent the past four years as the athletic director at Thomas Sumter Academy (SC).
Los Angles Chargers: Tory Woodbury is joining the Chargers staff for a Bill Walsh Diversity Fellowship. Woodbury worked with the Rams 2017-22, serving as an assistant special teams coordinator. In 2022 he was special teams coordinator for Morgan State and served in the same capacity for the St Louis Battlehawks in 2023.
Sierra (JC - CA): Sierra College is looking to hire 2 assistant coaches, 1 on offense and 1 on defense. Will hire the best candidates regardless of position. Duties include: coaching the position group (must be able to run your own meeting room), film breakdown, gameplan assistance to the OC/DC, and recruiting. Position includes a $3,500 stipend but no housing or meals. An additional $3,000 may be available if the candidate is able to coordinate Special Teams. Sierra College is located 20 minutes north of Sacramento in Northern California. Great opportunity for a coach trying to break into the college ranks, multiple previous assistants now coaching at the 4-year level. Applicants must have either a Bachelor's degree or an Associate's degree with 2 years of experience to qualify for stipends. Interested applicants please send resume and contact info to offensive coordinator Dan Diaz at ddiazromero@sierracollege.edu.
Michigan: Denard Robinson, who had been part of the Wolverines staff since 2022, is no longer with the program following an arrest last month.
Guardian Caps: The NFL has once again announced an expansion of its Guardian Caps mandate to include defensive backs and receivers for the 2024 season. Additionally, due to the efficacy of the Guardian Cap in practice, the NFL has now permitted players to wear the Guardian Cap, if they so choose, during games for the 2024-2025 season.
Clarion (D-II - PA): Clarion is seeking applicants for a defensive coaching position. Duties will include equipment, coaching your position group, film editing/breakdown (HUDL), special projects by the Defensive Coordinator, recruiting a specific geographic area, academic monitoring, and other duties assigned by the head football coach. This position has a salary of $10,000 for four months. Please send resumes and references to clarionfbstaff@gmail.com. No calls please.
Brown (FCS): Brown University Football is seeking candidates for the Athletics Quality Control Assistant, Football positions for the 2024-2025 season. Reporting to the Head Coach, this is part-time, benefits eligible role. If you are interested please apply via this link.
UT-Permian Basin (D-II): Buffalo analyst Zack Santolla is joining the staff as defensive line coach / run game coordinator and former UT Arlington director of NIL Holland Sutton will be the director of football operations and recruiting, per source.
Elon (FCS - NC): Special teams coordinator / outside linebackers coach Milo Austin has been selected to participate in the Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship program with the Buffalo Bills.
Reese's Senior Bowl: The Reese’s Senior Bowl, the most prestigious College All-Star Game in the country, is seeking applicants for a Scouting Assistant position from August 2024 – May 2025. Applicants will get the opportunity to further develop football evaluation skills, make meaningful industry connections and gain experience in a collaborative office environment. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, various administrative or operational office duties, preparation and attendance at year-round events, evaluating potential prospects, and attending local and college games. This is a paid position; however, housing and relocation expenses are not provided. Prior experience working in a football building or playing at the collegiate level is required. Please email your resume to jack@seniorbowl.com with the subject line “Scouting Assistant Application”.
Kenyon (D-III - OH): Kenyon College invites applications for the position of defensive coordinator. This is a full time, 10-month reporting position with benefits. The Assistant Football Coach will work in conjunction with the head coach to fulfill the following responsibilities: coaching student athletes, mentoring assistant coaches, scouting opponents, recruiting various territories, and developing alumni contacts. This position will also serve as the Defensive Coordinator, responsible for managing all duties related to organization of the defensive staff, creating defensive schemes and playbook information and evaluating defensive personnel. Additional responsibilities will be assigned in game management, teaching, and / or administration. Interested candidates please follow this link.
Illinois: Bret Bielema and the Illini make a strong hire in hiring Toledo's Corey Parker as defensive backs coach.
San Francisco 49ers: Josh Williams has been promoted to director of scouting and operations after serving in multiple roles with the team since 2011.
Garden City CC (JC - KS): Garden City CC in Garden City, KS is looking to hire an entry level coaching position, an Asst. DLine Coach. This is a perfect fit for a young coach that wants to break into the college coaching profession. This Coach will report to the Head Coach, Def Coordinating and DLine Coach. Responsibilities will consist of assisting with the day to day operations of the entire football program. Coaches will have the opportunity to coach on the field, have their own recruiting area, do in person recruiting and establish relationships with many four year coaches. Prior Defensive Line coaching experience and or playing experience preferred. Coaches will be provided a one bedroom apartment free meals, benefits and $20k. Please send an updated resume and minimum of 5 references to Head Football Coach Kiyoshi Harris. Kiyoshiharris@gcccks.edu No phone calls please.
Tennessee Titans: Brandon Taylor, who served as a pro last year, is moving back to college scout for this fall where he will cover the southeast, per Neil Stratton.
Lyon (D-III - AR): Lyon College would like to invite applicants for a restricted earnings position coach. We are looking for an Asst DB or Asst LB coaching position. Salary: $15,000 over 10 months, housing and meals, with health and retirement benefits. Duties will include assisting a position group, recruiting and video coordination. 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 with a resume at football@lyon.edu. Applicants will be reviewed immediately.
Nichols (D-III - MA): Nichols College, a member of the NCAA Division III, located in Dudley, MA (Central MA) invites application for a Graduate Assistant position with the football program. The position begins August 2024. A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required. Candidates would need to apply to the Nichols College Graduate Program. This position also includes a stipend. Minority coaches encouraged to apply. Applicants are preferred to be, but not limited to, an offensive skill position background. Interested candidates can apply to Vinny.Marino@nichols.edu.
Highest-Paid Coaches: We're back, this time with a look at defensive line coaches.
Campbell (FCS - NC): Campbell is looking to hire a full-time director of football equipment operations. The Director of Football Equipment Operations performs a variety of duties related to managing a football equipment department; including, but not limited to, equipment and apparel ordering/receiving, inventory control, laundry services, and business office interaction. Interested candidates should email dcrane@campbll.edu
Viva Las Vegas: The College Football Playoff is reportedly set to bring the national title game to Sin City.
Walsh (D-II - OH): Walsh University is looking for an Offensive GA position best fit. Compensation includes a yearly stipend, full tuition, but no room and board. Responsibilities include coaching an offensive position, film breakdown, data entry, helping with recruiting and operations, assisting with game preparation and scouting reports, and any other duties assigned by the Head Coach. Prefer applicants to have experience with Hudl, Microsoft Office, and Arms but not required. Prefer candidates with connections in Northeast Ohio due to not having housing available. Must be able to be admitted to graduate school. Apply via this link.
Minnesota Morris (D-III): Minnesota Morris is seeking an Offensive Assistant Coach position. Preference for those with OL experience but all experience will be considered. This is a 9 month position $22,000-$25,000 salary, housing with some meals included. Benefits included. Position also requires 20 hours a week with Sodexo on campus. The position responsibilities include coaching a position, recruiting, assisting with equipment, and duties as assigned. Review of applicants will begin immediately. Those interested should send cover letter and resume to head coach Marty Hoffmann athoff0506@morris.umn.edu.
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Tusculum (D-II - TN): Tusculum University has an immediate opening for an entry level full time Linebackers/special teams coach. This position includes benefits, housing, meals and a salary of $12,000. This coach will be responsible for coaching his position, recruiting student athletes, and other duties assigned by the head coach. Interested candidates should email cover letter, resume, and references to btaylor@tusculum.edu
Texas A&M: Sources tell FootballScoop that Mike Elko and Texas A&M are making a key support staff hire.
