San Jose State Hires Ken Niumatalolo as Head Coach to Rejuvenate Offense
San Jose State is set to hire former Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo to replace Brent Brennan, according to 247Sports. Niumatalolo will bring ample head-coaching experience to SJSU after a 15-year run with Navy from 2007-22 during which he compiled a 109-83 record. Niumatalolo is Navy's all-time wins leader, led the program to six bowl victories, and posted a 10-5 record vs. Army. According to ESPN, Niumatalolo is currently targeting an offensive coordinator who will install more of a wide-open offense with an emphasis on the pass.
Why It MattersThe hiring of Ken Niumatalolo brings a significant shift in coaching strategy for San Jose State, transitioning from the triple-option offensive scheme to a wide-open offense, marking a pivotal change in the program's approach to the game.
By the Numbers- Niumatalolo compiled a 109-83 record during his 15-year run with Navy
- He led Navy to six bowl victories and posted a 10-5 record vs. Army
- San Jose State is set to hire Ken Niumatalolo as the new head coach
- Niumatalolo will aim to implement a wide-open offensive scheme with an emphasis on the pass
- The hire concludes a busy late lap for college football's coaching carousel, marked by several coaching changes
The hiring of Ken Niumatalolo signifies a significant shift for San Jose State, ushering in an era of change in coaching strategy and offering the potential for a fresh start and new direction for the program.
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