Bucknell University has appointed Jeff Behrman, a highly experienced college football coach with a 71-27 record, as its new head football coach, emphasizing team culture and development, after successful coaching stints at John Carroll and Union.
Cory Patterson has been appointed as the new running backs coach at Kansas State University, bringing extensive experience from college programs like Illinois, Purdue, and Oklahoma State, as well as a successful high school coaching background, with a focus on developing talented players and maintaining K-State's strong running game tradition.
Ohio University's football coach Brian Smith was fired for multiple contract violations, including an extramarital affair with a student and alcohol-related misconduct, with the university citing serious professional misconduct as cause.
Ohio University's head football coach Brian Smith was fired for multiple violations including an extramarital affair with a student and alcohol-related misconduct, with the university citing serious professional misconduct and conduct that brought disrepute to the school.
Brian Smith was fired as Ohio University's head football coach for engaging in an extramarital affair with a student and alcohol-related misconduct, with the university citing serious professional misconduct and conduct that brought disrepute to the school.
Ohio University fired football coach Brian Smith after allegations of extramarital affairs with a student and alcohol violations, despite his and his lawyer's denials and claims of misconduct by the university. The university cited cause for termination, while Smith's attorney argued there was no basis for such a move, and plans for litigation are indicated.
Ohio University fired football coach Brian Smith for cause following an investigation into alleged violations of university policies related to alcohol, with Smith disputing the allegations. The university cited serious misconduct that reflected unfavorably on the institution, while Smith's attorney plans to contest the termination.
Michael Toerper, head football coach at Ithaca College for four successful seasons, is departing to become the defensive coordinator at Cornell University. Under his leadership, the team achieved significant milestones including two Liberty League championships and an undefeated regular season, with Toerper earning multiple coaching awards. His departure leaves the program in a strong position for future success, and a national search for his replacement will begin immediately.
Pat Fitzgerald was introduced as Michigan State's new football coach, signing a five-year deal, after leading Northwestern for 17 years. His hiring marks a significant move for MSU, which is currently on NCAA probation, and follows the firing of previous coach Jonathan Smith. Fitzgerald, a College Football Hall of Famer, aims to restore tradition and build a strong program at MSU.
Michigan State is hiring former Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald as its new football coach, replacing Jonathan Smith after a poor season and Smith's record against Big Ten teams. Fitzgerald, who was recently involved in a hazing controversy at Northwestern, settled a wrongful termination lawsuit with the university. MSU aims to restore its football program's competitive stature with Fitzgerald's leadership.
Auburn AD John Cohen dismisses myths about booster influence in coaching decisions, emphasizing his sole authority in hiring the next football coach, as he aims to restore the program's success after recent struggles, with DJ Durkin serving as interim head coach.
LSU athletic director Scott Woodward resigned after the firing of football coach Brian Kelly, amid political pressure and controversy over the university's leadership and financial liabilities, including large buyouts for previous coaches. Verge Ausberry will serve as interim athletic director as LSU searches for a new coach and president.
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry plans to block LSU Athletic Director Scott Woodward from hiring the next football coach, citing concerns over the financial liabilities of firing the current coach, Brian Kelly, and criticizing the influence of sports agents and NCAA regulations. Landry emphasizes fiscal responsibility and intends to ensure the new coach's success with performance-based contracts, while also criticizing past large buyouts and the role of private donors.
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry announced that LSU's athletic director Scott Woodward will not be involved in selecting the next football coach, as the university prepares to replace fired head coach Brian Kelly, with a new hiring committee to be formed by the LSU Board of Supervisors.
Louisiana governor Jeff Landry has announced he will not allow LSU's athletics director Scott Woodward to select the next football coach, criticizing the university's costly contracts like the $95 million deal with former coach Brian Kelly, and emphasizing accountability and fiscal responsibility in future hires.