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Stanford Appoints Frank Reich as Interim Football Coach for 2025

The veteran NFL coach steps in following Troy Taylor's dismissal over misconduct allegations, as Stanford seeks to rebuild its struggling program.

Oct 8, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich watches their game against the Detroit Lions from the sidelines in the second quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports/File photo
Head coach Frank Reich of the Indianapolis Colts watches as Andrew Luck warms up before the game against the Houston Texans during the Wild Card Round at NRG Stadium on Jan. 5, 2019 in Houston, Texas.
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Overview

  • Stanford University has hired former NFL coach Frank Reich as interim head coach for the 2025 football season, with a one-year agreement in place.
  • The decision follows the dismissal of former head coach Troy Taylor after investigations revealed misconduct, including bullying and inappropriate behavior toward female staffers.
  • Andrew Luck, Stanford's football program general manager, played a key role in both Taylor's dismissal and Reich's hiring.
  • Tight ends coach Nate Byham has been promoted to offensive coordinator and will take over play-calling duties for the team.
  • Stanford is also searching for a permanent athletic director after Bernard Muir's resignation, with Alden Mitchell currently serving as interim.