"Small-School Coach Kalen DeBoer's Rise to National Stage"

Kalen DeBoer's journey from coaching at small schools like Sioux Falls to leading Washington in the College Football Playoff National Championship game against Michigan highlights the success of coaches from lower tiers in college football. DeBoer's unprecedented dominance at Sioux Falls and subsequent success at higher levels serves as validation for coaches at every level. His ability to adapt, build relationships, and empower his staff has been crucial to his success, and his journey has inspired other small-college coaches to aim for success at the highest level.