In a notable exchange of coaching talents, Penn State and Notre Dame have made significant adjustments to their football coaching staffs.
**Notre Dame Secures Ja’Juan Seider**
Notre Dame has officially announced the hiring of Ja’Juan Seider as their new associate head coach and running backs coach. Seider transitions to the Fighting Irish after a successful seven-year tenure at Penn State, where he held roles as assistant head coach, co-offensive coordinator, and running backs coach. During his time with the Nittany Lions, Seider was instrumental in developing standout running backs Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen, both of whom delivered impressive performances in the recent season. Head coach Marcus Freeman expressed enthusiasm about the addition, stating, “Ja’Juan is a great offensive mind… His ability to recruit and develop high-level running backs is exceptional.”
**Penn State Welcomes Stan Drayton**
To fill the vacancy left by Seider, Penn State has appointed Stan Drayton as their new running backs coach. Drayton brings over three decades of coaching experience, including a recent stint as the head coach at Temple University from 2022 to 2024. His prior experience includes coaching running backs at Ohio State from 2011 to 2014, where he contributed to the development of several NFL-caliber players. Head coach James Franklin announced the addition, highlighting Drayton’s extensive background and expertise in coaching running backs.
This strategic exchange underscores the dynamic nature of coaching careers in collegiate football, with both programs aiming to enhance their offensive strengths through these key appointments.
