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Oregon Lands 4-Star Legacy CB Josiah Molden, Boosting 2027 Class

The legacy pledge underscores Dan Lanning's early push to lock down top defensive talent.

Ohio State Retains Matt Patricia on New Deal as Defensive Coordinator

Raiders Hire Travis Smith as Defensive Line Coach

Michigan Set to Hire Vanderbilt’s Larry Black as Defensive Tackles Coach

Bills' Joe Brady Sets Staff and Play-Calling Plan as Josh Allen Endorses New Coordinators

Cowboys Expected to Hire Georgia’s Chidera Uzo-Diribe as Outside Linebackers Coach

Notre Dame Poised to Hire Illinois DC Aaron Henry as Co-DC and Defensive Backs Coach

Chargers Name Chris O’Leary Defensive Coordinator in Return to L.A.

Chargers Complete Interviews With Three In-House Candidates for Defensive Coordinator

Dolphins Interview Eagles Assistant Clint Hurtt for Defensive Coordinator

Jets Complete Eight Interviews in Defensive Coordinator Search

Arkansas' Bobby Petrino Hires Veteran NFL Coach Jay Hayes to Lead Defensive Line

Oregon Opens Fourth Fall Camp Emphasizing Fundamentals and Impact Players