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sports1 year ago

USC's Matt Entz Named Head Coach at Fresno State

Matt Entz, USC's linebackers coach, is leaving to become the head coach at Fresno State after just one season. Entz, who previously led North Dakota State to two FCS titles, took the USC job to gain FBS experience and improve his prospects for head coaching roles. His departure is a setback for USC's linebacking corps, which saw significant improvement under his guidance. The move also impacted USC's recruiting, with some top linebacker prospects choosing other programs.

sports1 year ago

Matt Entz Named Head Coach at Fresno State

Fresno State has appointed Matt Entz, former USC assistant head coach and linebackers coach, as their new head coach. Entz, known for his successful tenure at North Dakota State where he won two FCS national championships, will replace interim head coach Tim Skipper. The move is part of Fresno State's preparation to join the new Pac-12 in 2026.

sports2 years ago

Speculation Surrounds Next Bison Head Football Coach as Matt Entz Departs NDSU for USC

North Dakota State University is in search of a new head football coach after Matt Entz announced his resignation to join the University of Southern California. The school has a history of promoting from within, and potential candidates include current assistants Tyler Roehl, Jason Petrino, and Nick Goeser, as well as external options such as Tim Polasek, Brent Vigen, and Jason Eck.

sports2 years ago

USC Bolsters Defense with Addition of National Championship-Winning Coach Matt Entz

USC has hired Matt Entz, the head coach of North Dakota State, as its linebackers coach as part of the team's defensive restructuring. Entz brings a successful track record, including two FCS national titles, to USC despite never having worked for an FBS program. USC hopes that his defensive expertise will help improve their defense, which struggled during the 2023 regular season. Entz will remain with North Dakota State through the FCS playoffs before joining USC.

sports2 years ago

USC recruits North Dakota State's Matt Entz as linebackers coach

USC has hired Matt Entz, former head coach of North Dakota State, as the school's linebackers coach and assistant head coach for defense. Entz brings a strong defensive pedigree, having won multiple national titles as a head coach and defensive coordinator. His hiring is part of USC's efforts to address their underperforming defense, which led to a disappointing 7-5 season. Entz's addition, along with the hiring of UCLA defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn, highlights the commitment to upgrading the defensive staff. USC will debut in the Big Ten next season and faces a challenging schedule.

sports2 years ago

Matt Entz Leaves North Dakota State to Join USC as Assistant Head Coach for Defense

Matt Entz, former head coach at North Dakota State University, has been named USC's assistant head coach for defense and linebackers coach. Entz, a two-time FCS national championship-winning coach, brings a strong defensive background and impressive coaching record to the USC football program. He led North Dakota State to two national championships and a record-breaking 37-game winning streak. Entz will continue to coach NDSU as they pursue their third national title.

sports2 years ago

"Matt Entz's Departure from NDSU Sparks USC's Linebacker Coaching Revamp"

North Dakota State head football coach Matt Entz will resign to accept a coaching position with another Division I university playing at the FBS level after the FCS playoffs. Entz has a 60-10 record as head coach for five seasons and has been part of six FCS national championships at NDSU. A search for NDSU's next head football coach will begin immediately.

sports2 years ago

Bison head coach Matt Entz departs NDSU for USC linebackers coaching job

North Dakota State head football coach Matt Entz has accepted a coaching position at USC as the assistant head coach for defense and linebackers coach. However, he will remain with NDSU through the FCS playoffs before resigning. Entz has a successful record as the Bison head coach, with two national championships and a 15-2 record in the FCS playoffs. NDSU will begin a search for their next head football coach.