Alex Grinch Named UCF Defensive Coordinator Under Scott Frost

Grinch leaves Wisconsin after one season to join UCF, marking his return to a sole defensive coordinator role in the Big 12.

Alex Grinch, previously Wisconsin's safeties coach and co-defensive coordinator, has been hired as UCF's defensive coordinator.
Grinch brings extensive experience, having served as defensive coordinator at USC, Oklahoma, and Washington State in the past.
The move reunites Grinch with the defensive coordinator role after a mixed stint at Wisconsin, where the team ranked in the bottom half of the Big Ten in several defensive categories.
UCF head coach Scott Frost, recently rehired by the program, has made four official coaching hires since his return, including Grinch.
Grinch expressed enthusiasm for building a fast, physical, and disciplined defense at UCF, which aims to improve on its 4-8 record from last season in the Big 12.