Two weeks after running backs coach Kodi Burns left ASU to coach at Auburn, the Sun Devils have reportedly found his replacement (and their fourth running backs coach since August of 2015). Multiple reports indicate that John Simon will be hired to coach one of ASU's strongest positions.
— azcentral sports (@azcsports) February 28, 2016
John Simon (@johnsimon31) who coached RB's at Southern Miss is set to be ASU's RB's coach. Coached at Southern Miss with ASU OC Chip Lindsey
— Devils Digest (@DevilsDigest) February 28, 2016
Simon spent the past three seasons as the RBs coach at Southern Miss, where he recently served under current ASU OC Chip Lindsey.