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John Carroll's Jeff Behrman Leaves for Bucknell as Deal Paul Becomes Interim Coach

Athletic director Brian Polian is pursuing a swift hire with John Carroll connections.

Overview

  • Bucknell University hired Behrman to lead its Patriot League FCS program, replacing Dave Cecchini after a 5-7 season.
  • John Carroll appointed defensive coordinator Deal Paul as interim head coach, and he brings prior head-coaching stops at Ohio Northern and Thomas More with a 161-89 career record.
  • Polian said the search for a permanent coach will move quickly with a preference for candidates who have ties to John Carroll.
  • Behrman departs after going 29-7 in three seasons, capped by an NCAC title, a win over No. 2 Mount Union, and an NCAA Division III semifinal appearance.
  • Bucknell did not disclose Behrman’s pay, though local reporting places Patriot League head-coach salaries in the $250,000 to $300,000 range.