New hire replaces Marc Vottler following Vottler's hiring at Ohio State. Brown played in all 14 games as a true freshman, finishing with 12 tackles. That means the players adjusted to the new staff and scheme tweaks. All Rights Reserved. The NCAA Football Rules Committee approved a proposal to keep the clock running when a team makes a first down except in the last two minutes of a half. Jonescoached at App State for 23 seasons from 1996-2018 before following head coach Scott Satterfield to Louisville, where the Cardinals completed an 8-5 season with a victory against Mississippi State in the Music City Bowl. Quarterbacks: Senior Zac Thomas has a 23-1 record in regulation as a starter when he plays more than the first series. The one that people dont realize is Marcus Williams Jr. Hes a kid thats been in the shadows behind some really good running backs. 2021 Appalachian State Season 0-0. This may come at a somewhat underrated loss for the recuperating secondary for Appalachian, as senior and all-conference safeties Desmond Franklin and Josh Thomas will no longer be with the team in 2020 after graduating this Spring. Behind Thomas is senior Jacob Huesman, who has thrown 48 career passes, including just seven in 2019. After that 2014 campaign, he signed a four-year extension and went on to go 7-4 in 2015, just missing the cut for the FCS playoffs. 1991 Appalachian State. Thats the way its been for the last 30 years going back to Coach (Jerry) Moore, Satterfield and Drinkwitz.. A specific title has not yet been given to the veteran assistant. Defensive line coach Robert Nunn and Director of Athletic Performance Brad Bielaniec are no longer with the program. Jones is part of the third new coaching staff the football program has seen in the last three years. In 2018, Braswell led the Panthers to an 8-4 overall record, a Region 6-AAAA runner-up finish and a 34-14 state playoff victory over Flowery Branch before a second-round loss at Cartersville, the eventual state runner-up. Defensive backs: After replacing both cornerbacks a year ago, both starters return now. I think Jalen Virgil has really taken off, Clark said. App State defensive coordinator Dale Jones is back for his 24th year on the Mountaineer staff. I like Henry, Petersen said. He took over after Jim Mora Jr. was fired in 2017 and had a roster predominantly filled with underclassmen his first two seasons. Monday, App State announced that Robert Nunn has been hired by Clark as part of his defensive staff. Before becoming the head coach at Western Carolina, Mark Spier was an integral part of three FCS national titles and six conference titles on Jerry Moore's staff at Appalachian State. The Mountaineers finished the 2019 season 131, 71 in Sun Belt play to finish in first place in the East Division for the second consecutive year in the Sun Belt Conference. Still Laying the Foundation of the Program. But incoming talent is getting better. 5. That success helped him land the head coaching job at Western Carolina in 2012. 1990 Appalachian State. After spending one season as the defensive coordinator at Georgia Military College, Nunn was named as that junior colleges head coach from 1992-99. Its just the bottom line of getting guys out there when the bullets start coming and seeing how they react, Jones said. He would go on to have another 7-win season in 2017, but the program dipped to back-to-back 3-win seasons in 2018 and 2019 before a 1-win season in 2020. Eli Drinkwitz left for Missouri after one season and one Sun Belt title. I think hes one of the top quarterbacks in the country. A former small college football player and college assistant, Samuels now serves as the head coach at Comstock Park HS (MI). 19 in the AP poll and found themselves in contention for a New Years Six game. One coach that has returned to the program which some App faithful may recognize is Dale Jones, who served as Appalachian defensive coordinator from 1996-2018 until leaving with Scott Satterfield to join him in Louisville after Satterfield left for the ACC. Welcome to the official website of Appalachian State Football Camps. The first is James Rowe, who joined the staff on January 9th as a defensive assistant after spending three years with the Washington Redskins as a defensive backs coach. With the players returning and the amount of spring practice covered, theres good reason to think it can happen. I talked to the athletic director and chancellor and told them, listen, this is a dream job for me, Clark said of his interview. A new starting kick returner is needed with Evans gone. 1600 Highway 105 in Boone, 2023 - High Country Press. A tough stretch continues in Week 8 with Arkansas State at home. 1989 Appalachian State. The Sun Belt should be deeper than a year ago, but the rest of the schedule is manageable. I played here. Cornerbacks Josh Norman and Fabian Moreau, along with safety DJ Swearinger, each had three forced fumbles and were all tied for the second-most forced fumbles caused by a defensive back that season. Round to SF. Not only is my starter a senior, but so is my backup, and Jacob does a great job, new offensive coordinator Tony Petersen said. 5 or lower. Speir spent most of his time under coach Moore on the defensive side of the ball working with defensive lineman, defensive ends and inside linebackers, mentoring a number of All Americans during that time. Many of App States recent star players were rated two stars or fewer, like Thomas, former three-time All-Sun Belt cornerback Clifton Duck, New York Jets running back Jalin Moore, Cleveland Browns offensive lineman Colby Gossett (drafted in 2018) and Tennessee Titans running back Darrynton Evans (a third-round pick last month). Its going to flow better.. Appalachian State played their home games at Kidd Brewer Stadium on the school's Boone, North Carolina, campus, and competed as a . As mentioned before, the Mountaineers will stick with a three-man front. This 2020 class is ranked No. "It has been an honor to coach at my alma mater, a place where I have personally shed blood, sweat and tears . The rest of the offensive staff includes Brian Haines (running backs/special teams), Pat Washington (wide receivers), Justin Watts (tight ends) and Nic Cardwell (offensive line). Appalachian State has added former FCS head coach to staff Doug Samuels Jun 23, 2021 Before becoming the head coach at Western Carolina, Mark Spier was an integral part of three FCS national titles and six conference titles on Jerry Moore's staff at Appalachian State. By Colby Gable. The leaders of the new group will be senior inside linebacker DMarco Jackson and junior inside linebacker Trey Cobb. Nunn served as the teams defensive line coach for the past three seasons. Braswell released a statement through the University about the new opportunity this season, saying, This is a tremendous opportunity for me to be at the best place in the country to coach, Braswell said through a school press release. Of his 71 punts, 26 were downed inside the 20-yard line and 12 went longer than 50 yards. The Mountaineers were led by first-year head coach Shawn Clark. In his first year in Washington in 2017, Rowe helped the DBs unit produce the teams strongest season against the pass in nearly a decade, ranking third in the NFL in completion percentage allowed (57.6 percent), ninth in passing yards allowed per game (213.8) and 10th in opponent passer rating (81.0). Charlie Harbison, last years cornerbacks coach as well as working with the Arizona Cardinals in 2018, followed Eli Drinkwitz in his surprise move to the University of Missouri as an associate head coach/defensive coordinator. His 5.5 sacks were second-most on the team. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. Well be similar in some ways to the past, well change some things, Clark said. Chris Vannini covers the Group of 5 conferences, college football coaching and national college football for The Athletic. He led the teams tight ends with eight catches for 75 yards. Theres not many people in our conference that can go made the man-to-man with him on a consistent basis. App States toughest competition for the Sun Belt title, Louisiana Lafayette, visits Boone on a Wednesday in Week 6, after the Mountaineers have an off week. Senior Kaiden Smith has played in 33 games and made 15 tackles in 2019, but most of his work was on special teams. How much are Football Coaches Really Worth? This 2020 class is ranked No. Academic Services for Student-Athletes Assistant Director / Lead Football Coordinator. For our fans, thats probably a bigger game than North Carolina or South Carolina. At tight end, junior Henry Pearson moves into the full-time starting role after starting eight games last year. The greatest coach in college football history wonders aloud how the SEC could possibly be so cruel to the Crimson Tide. After App States historic 2019 season, the football team is looking to a new coaching staff to be even more dominant this year. For me, it was no question, Jones said of his return. The committee forwarded two other proposals to keep games moving. Jones, who coached Louisvilles inside linebackers in 2019, worked with the same position group in his last five seasons with the Mountaineers. Is Coach Rick Stockstill on the Hot Seat? Shawn Clark was named head coach in December 2019 after working as a co-offensive coordinator from 2016-18, and as an assistant head coach last season. Still Laying the Foundation of the Program. This is a complete list of Appalachian State Mountaineers head football coaches. He will fill the role of defensive coordinator in the 2020 season. Im excited to get started.. Steve Shaw, NCAA secretary-rules editor and national coordinator of officials, said the rules committee took a conservative approach to begin the process of shortening games. He's married with two kids and lives just south of Grand Rapids in Byron Center, MI. The promotion was first reported by Yahoo Sports by writer Pete Thamel on Jan. 3. By stopping the clock it gives teams and opportunity to make a comeback. 828-262-3180. cooperjw@appstate.edu. Inside linebackers Jordan Fehr and Anthony Flory were first- and second-team All-Sun Belt performers. Running backs: App State ranked No. Published: Friday, January 24, 2020 at 2:34 pm. Nearly two months after taking over as the head coach of Appalachian State football, Shawn Clarks first staff at the Sun Belt Conference school is complete. It is my belief that you have to have a group of running backs in this offense.. Staggs had been set to join the Western Kentucky staff as an assistant coach. The two previous seasons before, Braswell was the head coach at Chattanooga Central High School in 2016 and 2017 and led the Purple Pounders to the TSSAA state playoffs twice. While the season is more than a few months away, we have already seen several of last years coordinators from Appalachian make departures from the program. LOS ANGELES Chip Kelly signed a two-year extension with UCLA that keeps him under contract through 2027. App State football enters 2020 season with third coaching staff in three years Courtesy App State Athletics App State defensive coordinator Dale Jones is back for his 24th year on the Mountaineer staff. He will be a great leader for the young men in our program. DeBastiani also added, Im coming home, DeBastiani said. I am excited about our football program under the leadership of Coach Kelly and his talented staff, athletic director Martin Jarmond said in a statement. Required fields are marked *. 828-262-3180. The signing comes on the heels of former App State cornerbacks coach James Rowe taking the same coaching position for the Indianapolis Colts. Last years backup, 6-1, 260-pound junior George Blackstock, is the leading candidate to take over. Evans also joined Stanfords Christian McCaffrey (2015) and ECUs Chris Johnson (2007) as only FBS players this millennium with at least 1,400 rushing yards, five TD receptions and a kickoff return for a score in the same year. | Privacy Policy | Rights & Permissions | Discussion Guidelines, Luke Winkelmann Competes in his First X Games Competition; Appalachian Ski Mtn. Theres not a place I would rather coach. App States 2020 class was ranked No. Also, with some exceptions, drones will not be allowed over the playing surface or the team area when teams are on the field. Theres no question, in this defense, we want those crazy kinds of guys, said Jones. Thomas also remains a major running threat, rushing for 940 yards and 17 touchdowns over the past two years. at Work Appearance Requests Cheer & Mascot Donation Items Facilities Game Day Central Game Day Contests Game Day Mobile App Junior Wildcats Club Messages on Videoboards Photo Galleries . 1996 Johnson C Smith. The outside will have less experience. (Brian Westerholt / USA Today), Demetrius Taylor finished third in the Sun Belt in sacks last year. Last years backups, seniorTommy Dawkinsand seniorCaleb Spurlinreturn and will be in the rotation for that open end spot. We had two kids, DMarco and Trey Cobb, start at Will (last year), two guys who have starts, so we feel good at those positions. Appalachian State announced the hiring Friday. Now the promoted Shawn Clark takes over looking for No. Under Drinkwitz, Thomas improved his pocket passing with increased usage and similar efficiency. Its a program built on player development. Jacob Cooper. Hes comfortable teaching our system of play, particularly in the passing game. With Nunns hiring, all 10 of Clarks on-field assistants have been hired. "He was a big part of the record-breaking success during his time on Coach Moore's staff and understands the culture of App State Football. In an offense, you want to run the ball better. A specific title has not yet been given to the veteran assistant. Its that we have to get two or three guys that get some reps so they start developing so the following year, youve got guys who have reps.. Ridgeland also scored a big regular season road win at Sandy Creek. In 2019, Washington cornerback Quinton Dunbar was among the NFLs top interception artists, while in 2018 Rowe helped oversee a defensive backs group that was one of the best in the league in forcing turnovers. Ben Brady, Reporter Peoples, a bigger back at 6-2, 210 pounds, has averaged 9.4 yards per carry on 20 career attempts, but he tore his ACL early last season. Last year, App State beat two Power 5 teams on the road in North Carolina and South Carolina. Three starters are gone, including Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year Akeem Davis-Gaither, and they were the teams three leading tacklers. App State football enters 2020 season with third coaching staff in three years "Family is a little different:" App State football parents push to attend home games despite crowd restrictions Vince Fortea, also an App State student on the video team, said that the makeup of the video team helps make it a really cool thing to be a part of. Flucie Stewart and E. C. Duggins have each served twice as head coach of the Mountaineers. Despite throwing 105 more passes, his interception total didnt increase. Our biggest concern looking at it is the lack of experience at outside. Is Coach Ken Niumatalolo on the Hot Seat? Its a tremendous opportunity to come back to such a special place with an unbelievable tradition and culture. Clarks first game as head coach was the 2019 New Orleans bowl. SPORTS App State announced the following football staff changes Friday: Defensive line coach Robert Nunn and Director of Athletic Performance Brad Bielaniec are no longer with the program. He also served on the Tennessee Football Coaches Association Board of Directors, helping to represent the interests of football coaches statewide and serving as a contributing voice with the TSSAA legislation. Not very big, but we can run and do what we do on offense.. Indianapolis is making MAJOR moves, set to hire FootballScoop's reigning top special teams coordinator. But there is a stable of talented backs who will increase their role. Newer members to the staff include four new additions, and they are all coming from the defensive side of the ball. 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The Mountaineers plan to stick with a three-man front under new defensive coordinator Dale Jones. At Appalachian State, the football team is expected to win, no matter the circumstances. To see the methodology behind this . Appalachian State head coach Shawn Clark has added some familiar faces to his coaching staff for 2020. You want to throw the ball better. (He also lost to Penn State in overtime in his first start in 2018 and lost to Georgia Southern in 2018 when he was knocked out of the game early.) Perhaps the consistent winning at the FBS level is finally catching up in recruiting. Though only Jolly had multiple interceptions, the teams 14 were top-25 nationally. So were really going to use him a lot this year.. He averaged 7.7 yards per return on 21 attempts with a long of 25 yards. [3] Shawn Clark serves as the 22nd and current head coach. 85 nationally, the best in the school history and only the second in the top 90, though App State's rankings go back to only 2011. We think the changes are going to be very minimal here, said Smart, the committee co-chair. But after missing out, Drinkwitz took the Missouri job before App States bowl game. 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