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Northern Illinois head coach Thomas Hammock is leaving for the Seattle Seahawks to become the team's running backs coach (and senior offensive assistant) in 2026, reuniting with Mike Macdonald from their Ravens days. Hammock, who spent seven seasons at NIU with a 35-47 record and a notable win over Notre Dame in 2024, previously coached running backs for five seasons with Baltimore.
Michigan Wolverines are set to hire Ohio State running backs coach Tony Alford, prompting mixed social media reactions. While some Michigan fans are excited about the hire and believe Alford will be a strong addition to the team, Ohio State supporters are expressing disappointment and making light-hearted jabs at the situation. Alford's departure from Ohio State has sparked discussions about the impact on both programs and the ongoing rivalry between the two teams.
The Las Vegas Raiders are set to hire former Auburn assistant coach Carnell "Cadillac" Williams as their running backs coach, after their original target, UCLA's DeShaun Foster, was promoted to head coach. Williams, who played running back at Auburn and in the NFL, served as Auburn's running backs coach from 2019-2023 and also had a brief stint as interim head coach.
The Chicago Bears have hired Chad Morton, former Seattle Seahawks running backs coach, to fill the running backs coach position, aiming to bring stability to a position that has seen frequent turnover. Morton, who has been a rising star in coaching ranks, is expected to continue the committee approach in the Bears' backfield, potentially grooming Roschon Johnson as their featured player while also considering adding more talent to the position.
The Cleveland Browns have hired Duce Staley as their new running backs coach, adding to head coach Kevin Stefanski's efforts to rebuild the offensive staff. Staley, who previously coached for the Carolina Panthers, brings a fresh perspective and different offensive philosophies to the team. Fans have reacted positively to the news, expressing excitement and optimism about the impact Staley could have on the Browns' offense.
The Cleveland Browns have reportedly hired Duce Staley as their new running backs coach, following the dismissal of Stump Mitchell. Staley, a former NFL running back and coach for the Eagles, Lions, and Panthers, is highly regarded in the league and known for his leadership and teaching abilities. He brings a wealth of experience to the Browns and is expected to make a significant impact on the team.
Duce Staley is set to join the Cleveland Browns as their running backs coach after previously meeting with the Jets for the same position. Staley, who spent nearly a decade on the Eagles' staff before joining the Lions and then the Panthers, will be filling the vacancy left by the firing of the Browns' previous running backs coach, Stump Mitchell, along with other coaching staff changes following the team's wild card round loss.
The Cleveland Browns have hired Duce Staley as their running backs coach, filling one of their offensive coach vacancies. Staley, who previously coached for the Panthers, was also interviewed by the Jets. The team is still looking to interview more candidates for the offensive coordinator position, with one intriguing name not scheduled for an interview yet.
The New York Giants have hired Joel Thomas as their new running backs coach and Aaron Wellman as the executive director of player performance. Thomas, a 24-year coaching veteran, joins from the New Orleans Saints and has a strong track record of developing running backs. Wellman, who previously worked with the Giants, returns to the team after spending four seasons at Indiana University. Both coaches bring extensive experience and expertise to the Giants' coaching staff.
Auburn running backs coach Carnell "Cadillac" Williams, a former NFL first-round draft pick, is resigning after five seasons to pursue other opportunities. Williams, who also served as Auburn's interim coach for four games in 2022, expressed gratitude for the coaching opportunity and his time at Auburn, where he set career rushing records.
Maryland football coach Mike Locksley is close to hiring Latrell Scott as his new running backs coach, replacing Elijah Brooks who left earlier this week to become the running backs coach at Virginia Tech. Scott, who has been East Carolina's tight ends coach for the past two seasons, has deep ties in Virginia, a talent-rich state Maryland has been prioritizing in recruiting lately. He would be the fourth new coach to join Locksley's staff since the season ended.