Burns spent 2016 with P.J. 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. Both the 2012 and 2013 National Champion teams had wide receivers record 1,000-yard seasons. 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. All-American wide receiver Roger Lewis finished second in the nation in receiving yards (1,544) and third in touchdown catches (16). One year earlier, the Falcons won a MAC East title and the Camellia Bowl. The rushing offense was ranked third in the Bowl Subdivision at over 248 yards per game and was the top non-service academy rushing attack. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. A heart-to-heart talk with the Browns to help understand the fans, Still excited about Guardians? He wrote this about Burns: He has become one of P.J. 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. Its not ideal timing-wise, but Penn State has to hope Cephas is what its expecting him to be. 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. "I am excited and humbled to lead the Kent State football program. Lewis and his staff guided the Golden Flashes to the program's first-ever bowl win, a 51-41 triumph over Utah State in the 2019 Tropical Smoothie Caf Frisco Bowl. He was associate head coach and running backs coach since 2017 at Minnesota. Penn State defense is prepared to create havoc, reload in secondary: 2023 first thoughts. As a matter of policy, Sports Reference only reports the results of games as played on the field. In his two years with Southern Illinois, the Salukis had a fullback and a tight end on the all-conference team both seasons. 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. Of Penn States 23 signees, 11 are on campus this winter. Kent State was rewarded with seven players earning All-Conference status, including three first team honors. 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. 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. football@kent.edu. 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 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. 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. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Try a week on us. 3) could still be ranked ahead of the Nittany Lions. 5. 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 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. Lewis' fidelity to tempo led to one of the best runs of football in recent generations at Kent State. The win gave Kent State back-to-back wins in the rivalry game for the first time since 2012. You 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. 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. Its 5,290 yards of total offense were the second most in program history. Will Dilfer have success at UAB. 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. A 2006 graduate of Indiana University, Burns played three seasons at running back for the Hoosiers. 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. Both the 2012 and 2013 National Champion teams had wide receivers record 1,000-yard seasons. 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. News never stops. Over the past 61 years since 1962, the program has just 11 winning seasons (two It will also have a new punter, a new snapper and a new punt returner. 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. 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. AP. Penn State, like all programs, has mainly seen reserve players enter the portal. 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. Football Scoop identified Burns as one of their Rising Stars amongst minority coaches. Fleck at MAC member Western Michigan. Burns student-athletes have excelled under his tutelage. 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He was the 2004 Iron Man Award recipient, given to the Hoosier who played the most snaps during the season. 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. John Cunningham- University of Cincinnati Director of Athletics: Kenni is a tremendous coach and an even better person. 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. During the run, North Dakota State became the first FCS team to earn a vote in the final FBS AP Poll. 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. He and his wife, Sarah, have two children. 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. 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 . 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. "It's a dynamic system if they can get a quarterback recruited that can run it. Championships: 1 Bowl Record: 4 Bowls, 1-3, .250 W-L% ( Major 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. Lewis also works with the Golden How about Jose Ramirez? Kent State set the program record for plays (1,052), yards (6,907), first downs (362), rushing yards (3,482) and passing yards (3425). Whoever Franklin hires to lead the receiving corps inherits a group has much to prove. (814) 231-6461. Sean Lewis announced hes leaving after five seasons in Kent to become a coordinator at the University of 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. 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. Coach Burns, his wife, Ciara, and their two children, will no doubt have an immediate impact on the program. Fleck's staff since taking the running backs job at Western Michigan in 2016. I am happy for Kenni to get the opportunity to lead the Kent State program. Manny Diaz was quick to point out last month that this isnt fantasy football. Burns is the new head coach at Kent State.AP, With yet another loss, even a bigger challenge for Kevin Stefanski Terry Plutos Browns Scribbles, Browns undisciplined, frustrating and cant find the end zone, What happened to Watson during his time with Texans shows how high stakes are for Browns, About Josh Bells character, Bo Naylor as a catcher Terry Plutos Guardian scribbles, Can the Browns find a way to get Watson in shape and beat Bengals? Kent State has hired Minnesota associate head coach Kenni Burns to become the new head coach of the Golden Flashes, it was announced Wednesday. 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 He has served as the head coach for 17 years and has an impressive winning record. 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. He was the 2004 Iron Man Award recipient, given to the Hoosier who played the most snaps during the season. Kenni Burns was named the 23rd head football coach in Kent State football history, on December 14, 2022. 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. 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. 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. 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.". Burns and his wife Ciara have a daughter (Raziah) and a son (Kohen). The official 2022 Football Roster for the Kent State University Golden Flashes. Its important to note with Cephas, who is still at Kent State this spring semester. Head Coach. A tight end and quarterback at Wisconsin, Lewis was a two-time Academic All-Big Ten selection under Alvarez. 1. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. At North Dakota State, he coached five All-Missouri Valley wide receivers in his four seasons. 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. Kenni will do it his way! 9. 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. Penn State followed that loaded 2022 class with a solid 2023 group, ranked 14th. 330-672-3350. So, lets dive into some of the most pressing narratives surrounding the team this offseason and decide if they are myths or facts. In just his second season, Lewis orchestrated one of the best turnarounds in college football. During his career as a student-athlete, he served as a liaison between the student government and the athletic department. The second transfer portal window in May will inevitably see some other receivers become available. 7. Kenni is an elite coach and I am thrilled for him, his family and for Kent State. The deal is for five years, sources told ESPN. 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. Burns will build Kent State staff with coaches who serve The Flashes also excelled in the classroom during his five-year tenure. The Golden Flashes trailed 27-6 with under eight minutes remaining and won the game in regulation. Do you have a blog? See our list of forfeits and vacated games for more details. "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. I am excited to follow his journey! When a class is headlined by two offensive linemen, its typically unrealistic to expect them to play and to play well right away. 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. It's not just wide-open passing either, as Kent was No. Updated: Dec 14, 2022 / 07:18 PM EST. He cameto theGolden Flashes after serving as the co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach under Dino Babers at Syracuse. 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. Well see what Franklin has in mind. 1 receiver. 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. AP 6. 6 in Stewart Mandels early top 25 for 2023, one spot ahead of where it finished in the final AP poll for 2022. Those arent prime places for recruiting, so Burns will be prepared to recruit at Kent State. 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. 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. Follow Audrey on Twitter @audsnyder4, Transfer Dante Cephas had 10 career 100-yard games at Kent State. 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. The Flashes had two games with over 600 yards of total offense including a 750-yard outburst against Bowling Green. During his career as a student-athlete, he served as a liaison between the student government and the athletic department. 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. Having worked in the Mid-American Conference would ideal. The two also have had and are still having great success after their retirements from the ring. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. All rights reserved (About Us). Coach Lew meet Coach Lou. 6 in Stewart Mandels early top 25 for 2023, one spot ahead of where it finished in the final AP poll for 2022. In 2015, Bowling Green ranked fourth in the nation in total offense (546.8) and sixth in scoring offense (42.2 ypg). In his two years with Southern Illinois, the Salukis had a fullback and a tight end on the all-conference team both seasons. With seven games left, why it makes sense to change defensive coordinators, Whats happening to the Browns cant be acceptable to the powers in Berea Terry Plutos Scribbles, Its obvious Browns should replace defensive coordinator Joe Woods, Wolstein Center is a money-eating monster, time for a new arena and other changes at CSU, Browns at low point of the season, can coaches rally team? Burns' first season will debut at UCF and feature games at both Fresno State and Arkansas. Sean Lewis becameKent State University's 22nd head football coach on Dec. 21, 2017. Kent State wide receiver Dante Cephas is pictured during an NCAA football game against Washington on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Seattle. Penn State is No. Lewis broughtan extensive coaching rsum to Kent State and has been one of the fastest-rising coaches in the nation over the last decade. Let's grade CFB coach hires: How does Deion fit at Colorado? Kent State wide receiver Dante Cephas is pictured during an NCAA football game against Washington on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Seattle. 11 rushing attack in the nation this season. 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. Noah Cain dealt with numerous injuries and then was the first to depart what became a crowded backfield, though it quickly thinned. Syracuse quarterbacks ranked 11thin the nation in passing. 2023 Kent State University All rights reserved. That 2022 class was special, and thats why so many players were able to play right away. 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. Chris Klieman Head Coach-Kansas State University. 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. 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 with the Golden Flashes' football program. Lewis earned a bachelors degree from Wisconsin in agricultural sciences in 2007. Its headlined by three top-100 prospects in offensive linemen Jven Williams and Alex Birchmeier and linebacker Tony Rojas. Burns spent four years with Bohl as a receivers coach. His 2019 class was ranked by 247sports as the fourth best in the conference. Prior to connecting with P.J. 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. Sean Lewis Named New Kent State Head Football Coach. Lewis transitioned to the college level in 2010 as tight ends coach at Division II Nebraska Omaha. From there, Lewis followed Babers to Bowling Green in the MAC and Syracuse in the ACC, climbing to offensive coordinator and steeping himself in tempo offense. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Burns was extremely prepared for his interview. 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. 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. Im thankful for many things, and you the readers are a big part of that. Burns' ability to lay out a vision and implement it appealed most to Kent State athletic director Randale Richmond, sources told ESPN. Do you have a sports website? 2) and Michigan (No. 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. 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. Cavs Scribbles on Garland, Mitchell, Bickerstaff Terry Pluto. Congratulations to Kenni, Ciara, and their two children! Mario Moccia- New Mexico State Director of Athletics: Kent State University just made a tremendous hire with Coach Kenni Burns. Lewis was the best Kent State coach in years and still had a sub-.500 record overall. Lewis was paid $530,000 in his final season at Kent State. Sean Lewis became Kent State University's 22nd head football coach on Dec. 21, 2017. If Sanders can draw elite athletes to Boulder, Lewis' system should be able to highlight them. Penn State wanted to add at least two wide receivers after signing four-star wide receiver Carmelo Taylor in December. in digital and print journalism from What happened after the Browns returned from the Bye Week? Burns and his wife Ciara have a daughter (Raziah) and a son (Kohen). 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.. Highlighting that turnaround was the emergence of junior quarterback Dustin Crum. We are confident Sean can build broad support and engagement in our program along with competitive success.. As Kent State's head coach and playcaller, Lewis developed a distinct identity -- whiplash tempo, quick snaps and wide-open offenses. He is entering his third season as head coach and remains one of the youngest coaches in the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). Of course, Ohio State (No. The talent around him should help elevate his play, with Cephus providing a boost. "I am excited and humbled to lead the Kent State football program. Last week, Penn State added Calvin Lowry as an offensive analyst and assistant wide receivers coach. During the run, North Dakota State became the first FCS team to earn a vote in the final FBS AP Poll. Lewis was the youngest head coach in the country when he got the Kent job at age 31 in December 2017. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. 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. 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. "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.". The deal is for five He got his college coaching start at Division-II's Millersville (PA) before landing at Southern Illinois University, serving as the tight ends and fullbacks coach for the Salukis for two seasons. 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. 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. A 2006 graduate of Indiana University, Burns played three seasons at running back for the Hoosiers. Penn State has been wise with its portal usage. Kenni will do it his way! Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Kent State needs a new football coach: How about Vince Kehres? 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. "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. 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. 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