UTEP Football Head Coach Scotty Walden announced the hiring of Aaron Foster as the Miners' new safeties coach and passing game coordinator. Foster joins from Austin Peay, where he was the cornerbacks coach/pass game coordinator and contributed to the team's successful season.

Why It Matters

Coach Foster's technical expertise and track record of success with previous teams point to the potential for defensive improvement and strategic development for UTEP football.

By the Numbers
  • Redshirt sophomore CB Jevon Mclver Jr. ranked 12th in FCS with 13 total passes defended during the 2023 season.
  • The Governors' defense amassed 63 pass breakups in the same season.
State of Play
  • UTEP football has made a significant coaching addition in the form of Aaron Foster, signaling a strategic enhancement for the team's defense and passing game.
  • Foster's prior coaching experience at Austin Peay and Lenoir-Rhyne demonstrates his capacity to produce tangible improvements in defensive and passing game performance.
What's Next

Foster's arrival sets the stage for potential adjustments and enhancements in UTEP's defensive strategies and overall performance for the upcoming football season.

Bottom Line

The addition of Aaron Foster to UTEP's coaching staff presents an opportunity for defensive and strategic advancements, fueling anticipation for a positive impact on the team's performance in the upcoming season.