Kent State posted more than 50 points for the first time since 2008 and the first time at Dix Stadium since 2004. He started early in his coaching career at Eastern Illinois with Dino Babers, who is a former Baylor assistant and passed on the high-octane offense to Lewis. Burns' student-athletes have excelled under his tutelage. Mark Coyle- University of Minnesota Director of Athletics: Kent State has made a great choice in Kenni Burns. Follow Audrey on Twitter @audsnyder4, Transfer Dante Cephas had 10 career 100-yard games at Kent State. Kenni is an elite coach and I am thrilled for him, his family and for Kent State. Burns spent four years with Bohl as a receivers coach. The Kent State Golden Flashes football team is a varsity intercollegiate athletic team of Kent State University in Kent, Ohio.The team is a member of the Mid-American Conference East division, and competes in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) at the Division I level in the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). Eastern Illinois offense was led by San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. He got his college coaching start at Division-IIs Millersville (PA) before landing at Southern Illinois University, serving as the tight ends and fullbacks coach for the Salukis for two seasons. Penn State is No. football@kent.edu. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. During his time in Carbondale, Southern Illinois went 20-5 with two conference titles, including an outright championship in 2009 with a perfect 8-0 record. Of course, Ohio State (No. Ranking college football's 66 best transfers: Who is making moves after bowl season. 1 receiver, but theres a reason why Penn State wanted to add receivers through the portal. Lewis went 24-31 in five years, a tenure that was generally deemed successful as he won the school's first bowl game in history and endured a difficult schedule that featured three high-profile buy games a year. Lewis also works with the Golden Flashes' quarterbacks. Kenni is one of the bright, young minds in our game. What about Myles Straw? I had the privilege of working with Coach Burns when I was Director of Athletics at Southern Illinois University and he was a standout on a staff that had substantial success at the FCS level. Sean Lewis becameKent State University's 22nd head football coach on Dec. 21, 2017. Kenni will do it his way! The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. KENT- The Kent State Golden Flashes have named Kenni Burns as the 23rd head football coach in program history, announced on Wednesday by Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond . Thats a lot of transitions for coordinator Stacy Collins to work through. 6 in Stewart Mandels early top 25 for 2023, one spot ahead of where it finished in the final AP poll for 2022. Kent State wide receiver Dante Cephas is pictured during an NCAA football game against Washington on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Seattle. Prior to Texas, Sowder spent four seasons alongside Kent State head coach Sean Lewis at Bowling Green (2014-15) and Eastern Illinois (2012-13) under Dino Babers. Lewis' fidelity to tempo led to one of the best runs of football in recent generations at Kent State. It was the first bowl win in school history andthe fourth bowl in programhistory and first since 2012. 2023 Kent State University All rights reserved. Sources told ESPN that one of the appeals of Lewis working in Colorado was that breakneck pace, combined with the altitude in Boulder, will wreak havoc on opposing defenses. They complete in the Mid-American Conference and the East division. Burns was also a member of Fleck's staff at Western Michigan in 2016, helping the Broncos finish the season ranked 26th, win the Mid-American Conference Championship and earn a berth in the Cotton Bowl. Fleck, Burns won three national championships with the North Dakota State Bison, serving as wide receivers coach from 2010-13. In 2021, Lewis led the Golden Flashes to a 7-7 overall record and a 6-2 mark in the Mid-American Conference. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Its headlined by three top-100 prospects in offensive linemen Jven Williams and Alex Birchmeier and linebacker Tony Rojas. I saw firsthand the kind of coach he is during our time together at Minnesota, and I saw that he will always have the best interest of the student athletes. Kent State is in great hands with Kenni as he has prepared his entire career for this moment and is ready to take on this challenge. Syracuse quarterbacks ranked 11thin the nation in passing. The on-field identity of Deion Sanders' Colorado program took form Monday, as sources told ESPN that the Buffaloes are hiring Kent State head coach Sean Lewis to be the team's offensive coordinator. John Cunningham- University of Cincinnati Director of Athletics: Kenni is a tremendous coach and an even better person. Kent liked the cold weather background of Burns, who played at Indiana. The official 2022 Football Roster for the Kent State University Golden Flashes. 2) and Michigan (No. Burns comes to Kent from the University The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. There are egos to balance in every position group and Penn State has navigated that part of it well while also finding players like those outlined above who have made an immediate impact. Well see what Franklin has in mind. Burns comes to Kent from the University of Minnesota where he has served as assistant head coach since 2019 and running backs coach under P.J. The good news: Browns win. 1. During his time in Carbondale, Southern Illinois went 20-5 with two conference titles, including an outright championship in 2009 with a perfect 8-0 record. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Penn State suddenly has a vacancy on the coaching staff after the dismissal of receivers coach Taylor Stubblefield, and the Nittany Lions made a splash in the transfer portal by adding a commitment from former Kent State wide receiver Dante Cephas on Sunday night. He completed his degree in general studies with a concentration in political science and a minor in African American Studies. 3) could still be ranked ahead of the Nittany Lions. Kent State has turned its program over to Minnesota associate head coach Kenni Burns, who will try to build on the success started by Sean Lewis. Email. Recruiting has also taken an uptick since Lewis arrived in Kent. Sanders proved to be a prolific recruiter at Jackson State; Travis Hunter, the No. In his two years with Southern Illinois, the Salukis had a fullback and a tight end on the all-conference team both seasons. (Maria Lysaker / USA Today), commitment from former Kent State wide receiver Dante Cephas, North Carolina transfer cornerback Storm Duck. Coach Burns, his wife, Ciara, and their two children, will no doubt have an immediate impact on the program. Penn State followed that loaded 2022 class with a solid 2023 group, ranked 14th. "It's a dynamic system if they can get a quarterback recruited that can run it. Chris Klieman Head Coach-Kansas State University. 1971 Kent State Coaching Staff Football Coaches & Staff 1971 Kent State Nick Sabans Coaching Tree and History February 15, 2021 THS 89/100 Alabamas Last Game: National Champions | W 31-14 Notre Dame | W 52-24 Ohio State 13-0 | Season Record (Win Expectations: 14.8) 165-23 | Nick Sabans Record with Alabama (0.878%) 256-65 Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Will there be basketball success for Cleveland State after Dennis Gates? All-American wide receiver Roger Lewis finished second in the nation in receiving yards (1,544) and third in touchdown catches (16). In 2020, the Golden Flashes led the nation in scoring (49.8 points per game) when Kent State played a MAC-only schedule in the COVID-19-shortened season. in digital and print journalism from He earned his B.A. When Kents Richmond and other members of the search committee looked at Burns background, they saw him working at schools that had to do more with less in terms of football. Mark Coyle- University of Minnesota Director of Athletics: Kent State has made a great choice in Kenni Burns. Fleck's staff since taking the running backs job at Western Michigan in 2016. News never stops. Coach Burns, his wife, Ciara, and their two children, will no doubt have an immediate impact on the program. Prior to connecting with P.J. I want to thank President Todd Diacon, Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond and the entire search committee for this opportunity and for believing in me," Burns said. A tight end and quarterback at Wisconsin, Lewis was a two-time Academic All-Big Ten selection under Alvarez. His success in five seasons at Kent has been so appreciated by the administration there that a source told ESPN they aim to keep a similar up-tempo style, as it's fun to watch, fan-friendly and easy to recruit to. 3 nationally in rushing offense last season. "I am excited and humbled to lead the Kent State football program. Director of Athletics - Randale L. Richmond, Learfield IMG College - Corporate Partners, Organizational Chart-Sports Administrators, Play As One: The Strategic Plan for the Athletic Department, TicketSmarter - Official Ticket Resale Market of the Golden Flashes, 2022 Athletics Scholarship Auction: Tickets and Registration, TicketSmarter Official Ticket Resale Market of the Golden Flashes, Kent Sportswear - Official Team Shop of Kent State Athletics, Official UA Sideline Gear and Accessories, Kent Sportswear: Official Team Shop Of Kent State Athletics, Kent State Signs 12 During Early Signing Period, Flashes Place 10 on Academic All-MAC Squad, Sean Lewis Steps Down as Head Football Coach, Flashes Land Four on MAC First-Team, Nine Named All-Conference. Stubblefields dismissal is the most surprising move of the offseason thus far. The Nittany Lions are now halfway there with the addition of Cephas, who committed Sunday night within an hour of James Franklin announcing the firing of Stubblefield. In the season before, Cephas had 82 receptions for 1,240 yards and nine touchdown catches, becoming the first Kent State wide receiver to surpass 1,000 yards receiving in the 21st century. Then again, I did not expect Drew Shelton to burn a redshirt in 2022, but keep in mind the circumstances that led to him doing so. Kent State has hired Minnesota associate head coach Kenni Burns to become the new head coach of the Golden Flashes, it was announced Wednesday. Burns' experience winning at places such as North Dakota State, Wyoming and Southern Illinois gave Richmond faith that Burns could build and execute a vision for Kent State. Whoever Franklin hires to lead the receiving corps inherits a group has much to prove. How about a catcher? Head Football Coach Kenni Burns was named the 23 rd head football coach in Kent State football history, on December 14, 2022. Kent State has hired Minnesota associate head coach Kenni Burns to become the new head coach of the Golden Flashes, it was announced Wednesday. Fleck for the past six seasons and is in his 15th year as a college coach. Prior to connecting with P.J. (0:57). Mario Moccia- New Mexico State Director of Athletics: Kent State University just made a tremendous hire with Coach Kenni Burns. What happened after the Browns returned from the Bye Week? Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. Lewis also guided the Flashes to a road victory over Bowling Green, the first since 2012, in his return to the school where he served as co-offensive coordinator. Head coaches [ edit] Paul G. Chandler (19201922) Frank Harsh (19231924) Merle E. Wagoner (19251932) Joe Begala (19331934) Donald Starn (19351942) No team Mohamed Ibrahim was named the Big Ten's Running Back of the Year in 2020, an AP Third-Team All-American and First-Team All-Big Ten. The deal is for five Try a week on us. "I am looking forward to getting to know the team and connecting with them on a personal level, and I am also excited to engage our alumni and fans as we begin to move this program forward. Robinson, Tinsley, Johnny Dixon, Jordan Stout, Arnold Ebiketie, Derrick Tangelo and Hunter Nourzad are among the programs transfer portal successes as players who, at minimum, provided crucial depth. But he also wants to merge it with FlashFAST, the uptempo offense installed by Lewis that led to four consecutive winning seasons in the MAC. When Fleck wanted someone else on the staff to address his Minnesota team, his first choice was Burns. The offense continued to take big strides in 2019, improving from 22 points per game in conference play in 2018 to over 34 points in 2019. Fleck, Burns won three national championships with the North Dakota State Bison, serving as wide receivers coach from 2010-13. 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He replaces Sean Lewis, who was hired by new Colorado head coach Deion Sanders as the offensive coordinator. Support cleveland.com, P.J. Terry Plutos Scribbles. Lewis was paid $530,000 in his final season at Kent State. Richards was led by veteran Gary Korhonen, who earned National High School Coach of the Year honors from both the National Football Hall of Fame and the National High School Coaches Association. This Month in Sports ReferenceFind out when we add a feature or make a change. Director of Athletics - Randale L. 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Kent State wide receiver Dante Cephas is pictured during an NCAA football game against Washington on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Seattle. I had the privilege of working with Coach Burns when I was Director of Athletics at Southern Illinois University and he was a standout on a staff that had substantial success at the FCS level. I am happy for Kenni to get the opportunity to lead the Kent State program. Stewart Mandels too early Top 25 for the 2023 college football season, (Top photo of KeAndre Lambert-Smith and Nick Singleton: Sean M. Haffey / Getty Images). We have a lot of work and recruiting to do, and I can't wait to get started.". I look forward to following his success at Kent State. During his time in Carbondale, Southern Illinois went 20-5 with two conference titles, including an outright championship in 2009 with a perfect 8-0 record. At North Dakota State, he coached five All-Missouri Valley wide receivers in his four seasons. The Flashes had two games with over 600 yards of total offense including a 750-yard outburst against Bowling Green. 5. "We are truly excited to welcome Kenni, his wife, Ciara, and their two children into our Golden Flashes' family," Richmond said. The talent around him should help elevate his play, with Cephus providing a boost. Lewis transitioned to the college level in 2010 as tight ends coach at Division II Nebraska Omaha. The 2023 Penn State football roster is starting to sort itself out, with the Nittany Lions now one week into spring semester classes. I have no doubt that Kenni and his staff will build upon the solid foundation of Kent State Football as we continue to graduate student-athletes, boldly prepared for life after sport and win championships.". His offense is a descendent of the old-school Baylor offense, which helped make devastating tempo vogue in college football more than a decade ago. Penn State wanted to add at least two wide receivers after signing four-star wide receiver Carmelo Taylor in December. That ascension led Lewis to becoming the youngest Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) head coach in the nation at the age of 31. That was what I was thinking when reports came out that Kent State had hired Kenni Burns as the new head football coach. Penn States loaded secondary is in good hands even without NFL-bound defensive backs JiAyir Brown and Joey Porter Jr. Once again, the season will hinge on the two Big Ten East showdown at Ohio State on Oct. 21 and vs. Michigan on Nov. 11. The future is bright for Kent State Football! Burns will be facing a difficult early task patching the roster together upon arrival, as a number of the program's top players entered the NCAA transfer portal. In his senior year (2021), Crum became the first Kent State quarterback to throw for over 3,000 yards in a season and is one of two players to cross 9,000 yards of total offense in his career (7,420 passing, 2071 yards rushing), joining Josh Cribbs. "We have a lot of work and recruiting to do, and I can't wait to get started.". You Im thankful for many things, and you the readers are a big part of that. Burns will build Kent State staff with coaches who serve If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. It was Burns leadership ability that impressed Fleck, causing him to promote Burns to assistant head coach. Cavs Scribbles on Garland, Mitchell, Bickerstaff Terry Pluto. Lewis served as co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for Matt Johnson, that seasons MAC Offensive Player of the Year. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Lewis was also on the staff during Jimmy Garoppolo's tenure at Eastern Illinois. Penn State is No. Dix Stadium was the site of some very good football the last few years with Sean Lewis as coach. When a class is headlined by two offensive linemen, its typically unrealistic to expect them to play and to play well right away. A 2006 graduate of Indiana University, Burns played three seasons at running back for the Hoosiers. Tailback Rodney Smith also left school as one of the most productive backs in Minnesota history under Burns' watch. Kenni is more than prepared to take on the role of head coach at Kent State University and I am sure he and Ciara are excited to join some of the all-time greats affiliated His success there belies his record (24-31), as he won the program's first bowl game and reached the MAC title game last year. 6 in Stewart Mandels early top 25 for 2023, one spot ahead of where it finished in the final AP poll for 2022. "Kenni has been a key contributor to championship teams at every stop and was the most prepared candidate in the country to be a first-time head coach. If you or a loved one has questions and needs to talk to a professional about gambling, call the Ohio Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-589-9966 or the National Council on Program Gambling Helpline (NCPG) at 1-800-522-4700. The early enrollees are getting acclimated, while many NFL and transfer portal decisions have been made. Cleveland.coms Terry Pluto takes a in-depth look at Burns path to becoming the next head coach at Kent State. The Flashes placed six players on the All-Conference list, headlined by sophomore kicker Matthew Trickett who was named Special Teams Player of the Year. Lewis played tight end and quarterback at Wisconsin under offensive coordinator Paul Chryst, an unusual incubator for a hyper-tempo offense. He could become that No. Noah Cain dealt with numerous injuries and then was the first to depart what became a crowded backfield, though it quickly thinned. Will Levis hadnt won the starting quarterback job before and saw the writing on the wall. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Though the Nittany Lions have several underclassmen who could emerge, Lambert-Smith (24 catches) and Harrison Wallace III (19) are the only returning wide receivers who had double-digit catches in 2023. Bohl built North Dakota State into a powerhouse at the FCS level. That 2022 class was special, and thats why so many players were able to play right away. Browns defense soars! His seven seasons with Fleck offer a blueprint for how to build and compete in the MAC footprint, something that Fleck did as well as anyone in the MAC in the past generation. Former Kent State head coach Sean Lewis will join Deion Sanders' staff in Colorado. The signal caller led the MAC in quarterback rating (159.2) and completion percentage (69.3) while posting a 20:2 touchdown to interception ratio. His commitment to his student-athletes and the Kent State community will be unmatched. Head Coach. Some school's results have been altered by retroactive NCAA penalties. Quarterback Dustin Crum was named the Vern Smith Leadership Award winner for MAC Most Valuable Player. Kent State University He was the 2004 Iron Man Award recipient, given to the Hoosier who played the most snaps during the season. Fleck for the past six seasons and is in his 15th year as a college coach. I have no doubt that Kenni and his staff will build upon the solid foundation of Kent State Football as we continue to graduate student-athletes, boldly prepared for life after sport and win championships.". 6 in Stewart Mandels early top 25 for 2023, one spot ahead of where it finished in the final AP poll for 2022. They were previously a member of the Ohio Athletic Conference from 1932 through 1950. Colorado will owe Kent State $750,000 as part of Lewis' buyout, ESPN reported. Burns was named to Bruce Feldman's Hot Assistants to watch in his 2022 annual article for The Athletic. With the Golden Gophers, Burns coached Rodney Smith, the program's all-time leader in all-purpose yards and second on the Minnesota career rushing list. Both the 2012 and 2013 National Champion teams had wide receivers record 1,000-yard seasons. Burns was extremely prepared for his interview. Kent State Golden Flashes Coaches Seasons: 61 (1962 to 2022) Record (W-L-T): 225-446-5 Conferences: MAC Conf. In a shortened 2020 season, Lewis guided the Golden Flashes to a 3-1 record, securing the first back-to-back winning seasons at Kent State for the first time since the 1976-77 seasons. 330-672-3350. Johnson finished second in the nation in both passing yards (4,946) and touchdowns (46). That was just the second MAC title game in school history. Burns, who is also the Gophers running backs coach, has helped produce a stable of strong tailbacks for the Gophers, as he recruited and developed Mo Ibrahim into the school's all-time leading rusher who has scored the most touchdowns in program history. With Jake Pinegar not returning for an extra season, Penn State will have a new field goal kicker and kickoff specialist. He wrote this about Burns: He has become one of P.J. As for the returning receiving corps, KeAndre Lambert-Smith ended the season on a high note with 83 yards against Michigan State and 124 yards in the Rose Bowl, and hes set to play a significant role next season. He has served as the head coach for 17 years and has an impressive winning record. As a matter of policy, Sports Reference only reports the results of games as played on the field. ThePanthers made the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) playoffs both seasons and reached the quarterfinals in 2013 with a 12-2 mark. 2. I am happy for Kenni to get the opportunity to lead the Kent State program. All rights reserved. "Kenni has been a key contributor to championship teams at every stop and was the most prepared candidate in the country to be a first-time head coach," Richmond said. Lewis broughtan extensive coaching rsum to Kent State and has been one of the fastest-rising coaches in the nation over the last decade. The official 2022 Football Roster for the Kent State University Golden Flashes 2022 Football Roster. Washington won 45-20. It will also have a new punter, a new snapper and a new punt returner. A 2006 graduate of Indiana University, Burns played three seasons at running back for the Hoosiers. [a] The Kent State fielded their first team in 1920 coached by Paul G. Chandler and are currently coached by Sean Lewis. Syracuses offense averaged 456.3 yards and 24.4 first downs per game. Lisa Scalfaro Kent State athletic director Randale Richmond announces Kenni Burns as the head football coach. Burns comes to Kent from the University of Minnesota where he has served as assistant head coach since 2019 and running backs coach under P.J. There he was part of a staff that went 43-2 over four seasons. I am excited to follow his journey! He helped North Dakota State to three consecutive FCS national titles, and also coached receivers at Wyoming. During Lewis first season with the Orange in 2016, its offense set or tied over 40 program records including most passing yards in a season (3,855). Burns was also a member of Fleck's staff at Western Michigan in 2016, helping the Broncos finish the season ranked 26th, win the Mid-American Conference Championship and earn a berth in the Cotton Bowl. Of Penn States 23 signees, 11 are on campus this winter. Current Wisconsin Badger head coach Paul Chryst served as his offensive coordinator and position coach. The deal is for five years, sources told ESPN. Penn State has never been. In the season before, Cephas had 82 receptions for 1,240 yards and nine touchdown catches, becoming the first Kent State wide receiver to surpass 1,000 yards receiving in the So, lets dive into some of the most pressing narratives surrounding the team this offseason and decide if they are myths or facts. Mohammed Ibrahim was named the Big Tens Running Back of the Year in 2020, an AP Third-Team All-American and First-Team All-Big Ten. It's a program built on connection and development that's helped Minnesota to be consistently competitive in the Big Ten West and a solid top-25 program at an address where winning had only come sporadically. Kent State is in great hands with Kenni as he has prepared his entire career for this moment and is ready to take on this challenge. 3. I checked with my sources to find out about the 39-year-old Burns and what made him so appealing to Kent State and athletic director Randale Richmond. 4. They should be able to attract guys who want to play in that type of system offensively.". Burns also interviewed for the head coaching job at Arizona State, which went to Kenny Dillingham. Coach Lew meet Coach Lou. Lewis spent his previoussix seasons alongside head coach Babers at Syracuse (2016-17), Bowling Green (2014-15) and Eastern Illinois(2012-13). The program posted the highest cumulative grade-point average and spring-term average under his guidance. They had recruited wisely, knowing the 5-star players were not coming their way. The school was impressed with Burns connection to Craig Bohl, the current Wyoming head coach. KENT, Ohio (WKBN) Kent State University has hired Kenni Burns as the 23rd head football coach in school history. 10. You stack up the places hes coached: Minnesota, Western Michigan, Wyoming, South Dakota State and Southern Illinois. Burns' first season will debut at UCF and feature games at both Fresno State and Arkansas. In his two years with Southern Illinois, the Salukis had a fullback and a tight end on the all-conference team both seasons. Kent liked his big vision for the program. He arrived in 2020 looking for stability after bouncing around from job to job. "I am looking forward to getting to know the team and connecting with them on a personal level, and I am also excited to engage our alumni and fans as we begin to move this program forward. At the core of Lewis' tenure was a forging of a distinct identity, and it's one that's easy to see why it would be attractive to a program where Sanders promises to bring in a wide swath of five-stars recruits and elite skill players. Over the past 61 years since 1962, the program has just 11 winning seasons (two 5 rushing attack in the FCS in 2009, averaging over 222 yards per game. We have a lot of work and recruiting to do, and I can't wait to get started.". He is a leader of men and a tremendous man of character. For news and updates on the Kent State Golden Flashes, visit KentStateSports.com and follow us on Twitter @KentStAthletics. Burns is from Illinois and played collegiately at Indiana. Over the last six seasons, hes become one of Flecks most important assistants and was the chief architect of the Golden Gophers number 11 rushing attack in the nation this season. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Its important to note with Cephas, who is still at Kent State this spring semester. Steve Hagen (American football) Skip Hall; Bob Harrison (American football coach) Frank Harsh; Paul Haynes (American football) Darrell Hazell; Jon Heacock; Jim Hilles; Jon Hoke Or write about sports? Do you have a blog? Thats a significant number, and its a big reason why at least a handful of players in this class could have the chance to contribute in their first season. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? College Football at Sports-Reference.com Blog and Articles. Lewis coached tight ends and inside receivers at Eastern Illinois. 2) and Michigan (No. 1 receiver. Some departing transfers, like Justin Shorter and Ricky Slade, were looking for a fresh start. The Flashes ranked No. Sean brings an innovative style of football to Kent State with an offensive system that is proven in the MAC. 11 rushing attack in the nation this season. Tom Allen- Head Coach- Indiana University. Burns has been a linchpin member of P.J. Fleck with Kenni Burns (L). Sean Lewis announced hes leaving after five seasons in Kent to become a coordinator at the University of Kent liked the cold weather background of Burns, who played at Indiana. A July 13, 2022, ESPN story by Adam Rittenberg listed Burns as one of the 45 minority assistant coaches under the age of 45 who should be considered for head coaching positions. Sean Lewis Named New Kent State Head Football Coach. The offense will need to lean on the run game, especially early in the season while Allar gets acclimated alongside a retooled receiving corps. He came into the interview with the theme being Kent Grit. A tough, cold-weather Midwestern team. If Sanders can draw elite athletes to Boulder, Lewis' system should be able to highlight them. He had Big Ten stars Rodney Smith and Mohamed Ibrahim. PJ Fleck- Head Coach-University of Minnesota. Those numbers were fueled by a fast-paced offense that led the nation in offensive snaps per game (87.8). He cameto theGolden Flashes after serving as the co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach under Dino Babers at Syracuse. With the Golden Gophers, Burns coached Rodney Smith, the program's all-time leader in all-purpose yards and second on the Minnesota career rushing list. Last week, Penn State added Calvin Lowry as an offensive analyst and assistant wide receivers coach. Lewis background stretches from his four-year playing career at the University of Wisconsin under Barry Alvarez, to winning the 2015 Mid-American Conference (MAC) Championship as the co-offensive coordinator at Bowling Green. Manny Diaz was quick to point out last month that this isnt fantasy football. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. The Kent State Golden Flashes have named Kenni Burns as the 23rd head football coach in program history, announced on Wednesday by Director of Athletics Randale His units paved the way for the #5 rushing attack in the FCS in 2009, averaging over 222 yards per game. Kent State went 5-3 in Mid-American Conference play, the five wins in conference play were the most since that magical 2012 season. Lewis, 31, to become the youngest Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) head coach in the nation. Kent State football (19201929) Paul G. Chandler, Kent State's first football coach The Kent State football program represented Kent State Normal College (later Kent State University) in American football during its first decade from 1920 to 1929. Wide receiver Ervin Philips earned All-ACC Second Team honors and was named Walter Camp Connecticut Player of the Year after making 89 catches for 904 yards. Terry Plutos pregame scribbles. Lewis earned a bachelors degree from Wisconsin in agricultural sciences in 2007. Its a typical part of the game, though, and Penn State has a pair of scholarship punters in FAU transfer Riley Thompson and Alex Bacchetta and a scholarship kicker waiting in the wings in Sander Sahaydak. He followed Craig Bohl and the North Dakota State coaching staff to Wyoming after the 2013 season, serving as the Cowboys wide receivers coach and passing game coordinator in 2014. 2 overall recruit in the ESPN 300 last year, chose Jackson State over Georgia and Florida State. He and his wife, Sarah, have two children. This is a tremendous hire and the Golden Flashes are getting someone who has meant a lot to our program, who excels at connecting with his players and getting the most out of them on the field, in the classroom and in the community. Contrary to the first two names, Washington wide receivers coach JaMarcus Shephard is a coach Penn State would have to lure away from another program. Lewis was making $530,000 at Kent, and will likely receive a significant raise at Colorado, which gave Sanders a $5 million budget for assistant coaches. Congratulations to Kenni, Ciara, and their two children! He followed Craig Bohl and the North Dakota State coaching staff to Wyoming after the 2013 season, serving as the Cowboys' wide receivers coach and passing game coordinator in 2014. Burns brings with him a strong track record of recruiting, developing and culture-building, as he has been part of Fleck's noted "Row The Boat" program for seven seasons. Having worked in the Mid-American Conference would ideal. It's not just wide-open passing either, as Kent was No. Over the last six seasons, he's become one of Fleck's most important assistants and was the chief architect of the Golden Gophers' No. See our list of forfeits and vacated games for more details. 6. I dont have Burns salary yet, but I expect it to be at least what Lewis was making. Lewis also works with the Golden I think it fits a little bit of the wide-open attacking Pac-12 type of offenses. Kent State coach Sean Lewis is doused with a smoothie mixture after the team's 51-41 win over Utah State in the Frisco Bowl NCAA college football game Friday, Dec. 20, 2019, in Frisco, Texas. The on-field identity of Deion Sanders' Colorado program took form Monday, as sources told ESPN that the Buffaloes are hiring Kent State head coach Sean Lewis to be the In just his second season, Lewis orchestrated one of the best turnarounds in college football. Finally, a fun game in Cleveland! The Golden Flashes captured their first East Division title since 2012 and played in the conference title game for the third time in program history. Jon Sauber covers Penn State football and mens basketball for the Centre Daily Times. POSTED: Friday, December 16, 2022 11:57 AM, Updated: Wednesday, January 18, 2023 10:27 AM. Coach of the Year. Fleck at MAC member Western Michigan. With the Golden Gophers, Burns coached Rodney Smith, the programs all-time leader in all-purpose yards and second on the Minnesota career rushing list. Burns comes to Kent from the University of Minnesota where he has served as assistant head coach since 2019 and running backs coach under P.J. This year, Kent State finished with the fastest offense in the Group of 5 and the fourth-fastest offense in college football. As he has ascended through the coaching ranks through his time at Minnesota, I have always had an eye on him and he was always on my short list. Nick Saban, head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide; former head coach of the LSU Tigers, Michigan State Spartans and Toledo Rockets (college), and Miami Dolphins ( NFL) 40 Kent State alumni have either played in or are playing in the National Football League although as noted below, not all of them played football at the school. Fleck at MAC member Western Michigan, July 13, 2022, ESPN story by Adam Rittenberg, ts obvious Browns should replace defensive coordinator Joe Woods. Penn State is No. Lewis, 36, was the youngest head coach in the country when he was hired in December 2017. Director of Athletics - Randale L. Richmond, Learfield IMG College - Corporate Partners, Organizational Chart-Sports Administrators, Play As One: The Strategic Plan for the Athletic Department, TicketSmarter - Official Ticket Resale Market of the Golden Flashes, 2022 Athletics Scholarship Auction: Tickets and Registration, TicketSmarter Official Ticket Resale Market of the Golden Flashes, Kent Sportswear - Official Team Shop of Kent State Athletics, Official UA Sideline Gear and Accessories, Kent Sportswear: Official Team Shop Of Kent State Athletics. Players like Malick Meiga and Dominic DeLuca who were instrumental on special teams this past season will have to continue to make a big impact on coverage units. Kent State University is looking for a new head football coach. Washington won 45-20. A 2006 graduate of Indiana University, Burns played three seasons at running back for the Hoosiers. Phone. Cephas and whoever else ends up here is going to need a crash course on the offense and will have to quickly establish a rapport with Drew Allar. There he was part of a staff that went 43-2 over four seasons. I wouldnt expect 10 players to burn redshirts again next season, though special teams could be a good starting point for some of the incoming linebackers and defensive backs. Lewis coaching career began as the offensive coordinator for his alma mater, Richards High School in Illinois. Both the 2012 and 2013 National Champion teams had wide receivers record 1,000-yard seasons. Stoops held numerous college football coaching positions with schools like The University of Iowa, Kent State University, and Kansas State University before landing a head coach position with Oklahoma in 1999. At North Dakota State, he coached five All-Missouri Valley wide receivers in his four seasons. They'll be explosive, athletic and attacking. "I am looking forward to getting to know the team and connecting with them on a personal level, and I am also excited to engage our alumni and fans as we begin to move this program forward," Burns said in a statement. "They'll be able to get players and play in a wide-open passing attack. "A national search for the next head coach of the Golden Flashes is underway as we look to continue to take the program to new heights while we graduate student-athletes, boldly prepared for life after sport and win championships.". Do you have a sports website? Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. The 2017 Kent State Golden Flashes football team represented Kent State University in the 2017 NCAA Division I FBS football season.They were led by fifth-year head coach Paul Haynes and played their home games at Dix Stadium in Kent, Ohio as members of the East Division of the Mid-American Conference.They finished the season 210, 17 in MAC play to finish in last "They'll play with pace and tempo and try and spread the field all 53 and a third," another MAC coach said. Burns would be a candidate for multiple MAC jobs and perhaps some in the Mountain West He is a holistic person developer, a purpose-driven recruiter, a faith-based principled leader, an adaptable game planner and pristinely organized, a Group of 5 athletic director said.. He is entering his third season as head coach and remains one of the youngest coaches in the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). Kent State had tremendous success on the field and in the classroom under his guidance," Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond stated. Championships: 1 Bowl Record: 4 Bowls, 1-3, .250 W-L% ( Major Late Tuesday, reports surfaced that Kent State is finalizing a five-year deal with Minnesota associate head coach Kenni Burns. Burns has experience coaching in the Mid-American Conference as the running backs coach at Western Michigan in 2016 under head coach P.J. Fleck, who he followed to Minnesota. Cephas, a Pittsburgh native who totaled 1,948 yards over the past two seasons at Kent State, was a must-have addition for Penn State. This is a tremendous hire and the Golden Flashes are getting someone who has meant a lot to our program, who excels at connecting with his players and getting the most out of them on the field, in the classroom and in the community. Hall of Famer Mary Kay Cabot has covered the Browns for 31 years, her story. Kent State is both successful and fun to watch under 36-year-old fifth-year head coach Lewis, who also has direct ties to the Badgers program. Burns was named to Bruce Feldmans Hot Assistants to watch in his 2022 annual article for The Athletic. Director of Kent State University is looking for a new head football coach. Over the last six seasons, he's become one of Fleck's most important assistants and was the chief architect of the Golden Gophers' number 11 rushing attack in the nation this season. Football Scoop identified Burns as one of their Rising Stars amongst minority coaches. Both the 2012 and 2013 National Champion teams had wide receivers record 1,000-yard seasons. That team went 13-1, reached the Cotton Bowl and dominated the MAC like no team in recent history. He completed his degree in general studies with a concentration in political science and a minor in African American Studies. From the time I started working with him at North Dakota State in 2011, it was evident that he was a high-energy, driven coach that builds great relationships with his players. Highlighting that turnaround was the emergence of junior quarterback Dustin Crum. ESPN named him one of 45 Minority Coaches Under 45 to Watch in 2022. PJ Fleck- Head Coach-University of Minnesota. Guardians signing Josh Bell exactly the right move for them, Baker Mayfield waived by Carolina, and I have compassion for him, A Deshaun Watson Free Zone: Scribbles about things that went right for the Browns in Houston. 9. Sean Lewis announced hes leaving after five seasons in Kent to become a coordinator at the University of Colorado. The Golden Flashes trailed 27-6 with under eight minutes remaining and won the game in regulation. "We want to thank Coach Lewis and his family for five years of hard work, leadership and dedication. What a night for the Browns, who played the game they way they should. His 2019 class was ranked by 247sports as the fourth best in the conference. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. When Bohl was hired at Wyoming in 2014, Burns followed him. He replaces Sean Lewis, who was hired by new Colorado head coach Deion Sanders as the offensive coordinator. Prior to connecting with P.J. Lewis also helped Crum to one of the finest senior seasons and overall career at Kent State. (Photo Courtesy of Kent State.). Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your California Privacy Rights (User Agreement updated 1/1/21. He was associate head coach and running backs coach since 2017 at Minnesota. ESPN named him one of 45 Minority Coaches Under 45 to Watch in 2022. New Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders is introduced in a news conference Sunday. Penn State signing day takeaways: Early enrollees, sleepers, impact players and more. Keep in mind the timing, though. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. The senior quarterback was the first Kent State recipient of the award since 1987 and only the second player in program history to earn the distinction. During his career as a student-athlete, he served as a liaison between the student government and the athletic department. Trying to make sense of the Browns first eight games. I want to thank President Todd Diacon, Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond and the entire search committee for this opportunity and for believing in me," Burns said. Bowl Record: 4 Bowls, 1-3, .250 W-L% (Major Bowls), Ranked in AP Poll: 0 Times (Preseason), 0 Times (Final), 5 Weeks (Total), NFL/AFL stats for Kent State Golden Flashes players at Pro-Football-Reference, Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Wednesday, January 18, 6:35AM. Its 5,290 yards of total offense were the second most in program history. He followed Craig Bohl and the North Dakota State coaching staff to Wyoming after the 2013 season, serving as the Cowboys' wide receivers coach and passing game coordinator in 2014. Browns pregame scribbles, Sick of how Browns are playing, lets look at the big picture Terrys Talkin Browns, What about Nolan Jones? The Gophers rushing attack has gained over 2,000 yards in every full season during his tenure and has averaged at least 170 yards per game. Terry Plutos Guardian Scribbles. AP. Burns became Minnesota's assistant head coach in 2019 after coming over with Fleck from Western Michigan as the running backs coach. Linebacker Abdul Carter will be a big-time playmaker, and theres more depth and experience at defensive end now than there was last year at this time with Adisa Isaac returning alongside Chop Robinson and Dani Dennis-Sutton. As Kent State's head coach and playcaller, Lewis developed a distinct identity -- whiplash tempo, quick snaps and wide-open offenses. Cavs dump the Fats Cats, back to being Junkyard Dogs Terry Plutos Scribbles. Kent State has long been one of the MAC's most challenging jobs, as Lewis' two bowl appearances there matched the total in the history of a program that began in 1962. Year four of the FlashFAST era set numerous program records under Lewis watch. All rights reserved (About Us). Highlighting the record-setting season was when Kent State tied the program single-game record in points (69) and touchdowns (10) in the Wagon Wheel rivalry victory. Penn State is well positioned at tight end, led by Theo Johnson and Tyler Warren, and shouldnt need the three signees to make major contributions unless an injury occurs or theres a path for a significant special teams role. Penn State defense is prepared to create havoc, reload in secondary: 2023 first thoughts. "We are truly excited to welcome Kenni, his wife Ciara and their two children into our Golden Flashes' family," Richmond said. There he was part of a staff that went 43-2 over four seasons. The Gophers' rushing attack has gained over 2,000 yards in every full season during his tenure and has averaged at least 170 yards per game. Terrys Talkin Browns: What Watson can do on offense. After Kalen King and Jaylen Reed were the only players who played more than four games as freshmen in 2021, 10 players did so in 2022, led by Singleton, Allen, Carter and Allar from a class that ranked No. That 2019 season started a three-year stretch where the Flashes finished .500 or better, a mark that hadn't been accomplished since 1972-74 under College Football Hall of Fame head coach Don James. In his two years with Southern Illinois, the Salukis had a fullback and a tight end on the all-conference team both seasons. Jon Sauber. The deal is for five years, sources told ESPN. Minnesota head coach P.J. Highlighting the five victories was a 30-27 comeback win at home versus Buffalo. Penn State had Tinsley on campus last January. During the run, North Dakota State became the first FCS team to earn a vote in the final FBS AP Poll. Thompson, Cephas and North Carolina transfer cornerback Storm Duck will now have that chance too. Neither do we. The 750 yards are the most in an FBS regulation game in the 2019 season. A heart-to-heart talk with the Browns to help understand the fans, Still excited about Guardians? Mario Moccia- New Mexico State Director of Athletics: Kent State University just made a tremendous hire with Coach Kenni Burns. Talking about Guardians search for power & Amed Rosario Hey Terry, Can this be the start of something big for the Browns? Kent State has hired Minnesota associate head coach Kenni Burns to become the new head coach of the Golden Flashes, it was announced Wednesday. 2) and Michigan (No. Wide receiver Steve Ishmael broke the single-season program records for catches (105) and yards (1,347), earned second-team All-America honors and was a semifinalist for the Biletnikoff Award. Let's grade CFB coach hires: How does Deion fit at Colorado? The Gophers' rushing attack has gained over 2,000 yards in every full season during his tenure and has averaged at least 170 yards per game. We present them here for purely educational purposes. I saw firsthand the kind of coach he is during our time together at Minnesota, and I saw that he will always have the best interest of the student athletes. An embarrassment. He inherited a position group that was on shaky footing, as an unproven Jahan Dotson had to develop and become the No. During the run, North Dakota State became the first FCS team to earn a vote in the final FBS AP Poll. Burns was making $400,000 at Minnesota. It marked the largest comeback in Kent State history and the largest fourth-quarter comeback this season. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. The two also have had and are still having great success after their retirements from the ring. Kent State officials are appreciative of the momentum Lewis helped create and plan to use the $750,000 buyout Colorado will pay to hire Lewis to continue to supplement the program. That distinction was previously held by the University of Oklahomas Lincoln Riley at age 34. One year earlier, the Falcons won a MAC East title and the Camellia Bowl. Burns student-athletes have excelled under his tutelage. He completed his degree in general studies with a concentration in political science and a minor in African American Studies. Cleveland.com's Terry Pluto takes a in-depth look at Burns' path to becoming the next head coach at Kent State, University of Minnesota Athletics congratulated Coach Burns on being named the 23rd coach in Kent State football history. Football Scoop identified Burns as one of their "Rising Stars" amongst minority coaches. Mohamed Ibrahim was named the Big Ten's Running Back of the Year in 2020, an AP Third-Team All-American and First-Team All-Big Ten. Also, special teams ace Jonathan Sutherland is gone. Terrys Talkin Browns: Why are players speaking out about working harder? Of course, Ohio State (No. Kent States five-win improvement to 7-6 was tied for eighth-best in the FBS in 2019. As he has ascended through the coaching ranks through his time at Minnesota, I have always had an eye on him and he was always on my short list. Lewis was the youngest head coach in the country when he got the Kent job at age 31 in December 2017. His units paved the way for the #5 rushing attack in the FCS in 2009, averaging over 222 yards per game. Kenni will do it his way! Burns and his wife, Ciara, have a daughter (Raziah) and a son (Kohen). Both programs have been to the College Football Playoff multiple times before. According to ESPN Stats & Information research, it averaged 30.1 seconds of real time between snaps. Richmond ran his first major search at the school since arriving in April 2021. From the time I started working with him at North Dakota State in 2011, it was evident that he was a high-energy, driven coach that builds great relationships with his players. "Kenni has been a key contributor to championship teams at every stop and was the most prepared candidate in the country to be a first-time head coach. AP 6. 7. 4 in pay for assistant coaches last year. Director of Athletics - Randale L. 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Kent State University is looking for a new head football coach. Sean Lewis announced hes leaving after five seasons in Kent to become a coordinator at the University of Colorado. Late Tuesday, reports surfaced that Kent State is finalizing a five-year deal with Minnesota associate head coach Kenni Burns. Dante Cephas (@FouLceph) January 16, 2023. The expected news: Watson struggles and this could be painful. Theres going to be inevitable growing pains for the first-year starter, but he was a five-star prospect for a reason. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. He promoted Burns to assistant head coach in 2019. Burns reportedly will sign a five-year deal with Kent State. KENT- Sean Lewis has tendered his immediate resignation as head football coach at Kent State, ending a five-year run as head coach of the Golden Flashes. In 2015, Bowling Green ranked fourth in the nation in total offense (546.8) and sixth in scoring offense (42.2 ypg). All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. The 2018 campaign saw the Flashes improve in scoring offense by 11.2 points per game and also a whopping 108.4 yards per game. Capping the turnaround was a 51-41 victory in the Tropical Smoothie Cafe Frisco Bowl. Kenni Burns was named the 23rd head football coach in Kent State football history, on December 14, 2022. Browns Pregame Scribbles: Watson is back, but what about the defense, Cavs at the quarter pole, you gotta love this team, Why I am willing to give Deshaun Watson a fresh start, The gospel according to Glenville Coach Ted Ginn, Take a moment to savor some things about the Browns victory. Find out more. The Golden Flashes ranked fourth in the Bowl Subdivision in total offense, rolling up over 495 yards per game. Burns spent 2016 with P.J. Burns reportedly will sign a five-year deal with Kent State. Kent wanted a coach with strong Midwestern connections. Should we worry as NBA reality hits the Cavaliers? Hey Terry, The secret reason Cincinnati is so much better than people realize, Browns should trade Kareem Hunt: Heres why, Yelling in the locker room, a 4-game losing streak Terry Plutos Browns Scribbles, Browns are very good at doing one thing in 2022: Being frustrating, Browns & Ravens, two underachieving teams having frustrating season Terry Pluto pregame scribbles, What about Game 5 starter? Kent State set the program record for plays (1,052), yards (6,907), first downs (362), rushing yards (3,482) and passing yards (3425). (814) 231-6461. Regardless, theres a ton of talent on the roster, and Penn State showcased it in 2022. The Flashes also excelled in the classroom during his five-year tenure. In some cases, they emerged as standouts. After he was hired in December, Lewis immediately hit the recruiting trail andput together the fifth ranked recruiting class in the MAC according to 247sports in just over a month. Will Dilfer have success at UAB. Burns was also a member of Flecks staff at Western Michigan in 2016, helping the Broncos finish the season ranked 26th, win the Mid-American Conference Championship and earn a berth in the Cotton Bowl. Fleck for the past six seasons and is in his 15th year as a college coach. Kent looked deep into Burns background. 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My initial guess and Ill revisit this in the summer when theres better grasp on who is standing out and how theyre acclimating is that five players burn redshirts next season. Fleck, Burns won three national championships with the North Dakota State Bison, serving as wide receivers coach from 2010-13. Dotson did just that, but in many ways the uncertainty with the position group is there again now with Parker Washington and Mitchell Tinsley off to the NFL and Penn State needing an instant-impact transfer like Cephas. During the run, North Dakota State became the first FCS team to earn a vote in the final FBS AP Poll. Updated: Dec 14, 2022 / 07:18 PM EST. Prior to his Kent State has long been one of the MAC's most challenging jobs, and Richmond was tasked with finding a replacement for Sean Lewis, who left to become Deion Sanders' coordinator at Colorado. "I have no doubt that Kenni and his staff will build upon the solid foundation of Kent State football as we continue to graduate student-athletes, boldly prepared for life after sport and win championships.". In each of the last two years, the Flashes have had over 20 players on the roster who had already earned their undergraduate degree, one of the top marks in the FBS. Burns next stop was with Fleck at Western Michigan, and this seemed to begin his path to becoming a head coach. We are thrilled to bring Sean to Kent State, Director of Athletics Joel Nielsen said. 8. His units paved the way for the No. Audrey Snyder has covered Penn State since 2012 for various outlets, including The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, The Patriot-News and DKPittsburghSports. "We want to thank Burns' ability to lay out a vision and implement it appealed most to Kent State athletic director Randale Richmond, sources told ESPN. The team was known as the Silver Foxes from 1920 to 1926 and as the Golden Flashes from 1927 forward.

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