Report: Sacramento State are “in discussions” to hire Michael Vick as head coach
Dec 16, 2024, 1:40 PM
Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick stands with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell before the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 14, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
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After moving on from Andy Thompson, Sacramento State football may have found its new head coach. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, “Sacramento State is in discussions to hire former Pro-Bowl QB Mike Vick as its new head coach.”
Schefter also reported that “Sacramento state plans to move up to FBS,” referencing their upwards of $50 million in NIL money.
Sacramento State is in discussions to hire former Pro-Bowl QB Mike Vick as its new head coach, per sources. Sacramento State plans to move up to FBS, is building a new stadium and has over $50 million in NIL. Sacramento State would build an experienced coaching staff around Vick…
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 16, 2024
With recent reports connecting Michael Vick to Norfolk state, Schefter says the former Pro-Bowler “already has told The Virginian-Pilot that he has spoken with Norfolk State officials about that job.”
There’s a lack of clarity in these reports. Still, Sacramento State football seems willing to invest in bringing in ideal talent to improve upon their 11-14 record from last season while aiming to move conferences.
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Release courtesy of Sacramento State Athletics
Sacramento State Athletics announced today that head football coach Andy Thompson has resigned to pursue other career opportunities. Their national search seems to be coming to an end as they are “in discussions with” Michael Vick.
“We want to thank Coach Thompson and his family for all they have done for Sacramento State football over the last five seasons,” Director of Athletics Mark Orr said. “Under his watch, the program has achieved its highest level of success. We wish him the best of luck in the future.”
Thompson joined the Sacramento State staff as the defensive coordinator prior to the 2019 season and played a large role in the team winning Big Sky Conference titles in 2019, 2021 and 2022. He coached George Obinna, Josiah Erickson, Marte Mapu, Armon Bailey and Cameron Broussard to FCS All-America honors during his tenure. Mapu also became only the second Hornet to be named Big Sky Defensive Player of the Year and was drafted in the third round by the New England Patriots.
Thompson was elevated to head coach following the 2022 season and guided the Hornets into the second round the 2023 FCS Playoffs a year ago. He exits Sacramento State with a career record of 11-14.
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