Jon Sumrall has agreed to a 6-year deal with Tulane, leaving his position as the head coach at Troy. His departure has left Troy as the only FBS opening in the country. Sumrall is known for winning the Sun Belt the last two years at Troy and is described as personable, super-intense, and effective. Defensive coordinator Greg Gasparato has been named Troy's interim coach for the Birmingham Bowl, indicating Sumrall's immediate departure. Potential candidates to replace Sumrall at Troy include Auburn DBs coach Zac Etheridge, Bill Clark, and Tee Martin.
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One name to keep an eye on for Troy is Auburn DBs coach Zac Etheridge. The 35-year-old grew up in Troy and was a finalist for the ULM head coaching vacancy. We’ve heard he was very impressive in that interview process. https://t.co/Kcom4NeWmk https://t.co/Kcom4NeWmk
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⚔️ The Troy Job Profile and names to watch. A winning culture, strong fan support and new facilities. There's a lot to like. Alex Atkins, Bill Clark, Dell McGee and more potential candidates: https://t.co/9AXFts4bk2 https://t.co/9AXFts4bk2
My full story on the hiring of Jon Sumrall, with a great quote from former #Tulane safety Sam Scofield. Sumrall and AD David Harris will be available Monday. https://t.co/ZTSk2jOL6z
After two terrific seasons at Troy, former UK assistant Jon Sumrall is on the move #BBN #ukfootball https://t.co/WySfPZt4xS
Defensive coordinator Greg Gasparato named Troy's interim coach for the Birmingham Bowl, so sounds like Sumrall is leaving immediately.
Tulane fans and media are going to love Sumrall. One of the more personable coaches I've ever dealt with. Super-intense, but in a good way. Press conferences filled with legit LOL analogies. Teams get better in the 2nd half & as the season goes along. Can't ask for more.
Troy is now the only FBS opening in the country. Sumrall was basically a lock for the job 2 years ago, but there's no obvious candidate this time. New football building & plan to build indoor facility, so should draw plenty of interest.
Sources: Tulane and Jon Sumrall have agreed to terms on a 6-year deal. An announcement is coming shortly. Sumrall won the Sun Belt the last two years at Troy.