Jerry Kill’s health forced him to step away from the occupation he loved.
Now, he’ll get a chance at a fresh start that keeps him close to the game of football.
Kansas State announced it hired the Kansas native and former Minnesota head football coach in an administrative role on Tuesday, less than seven months after Kill resigned from coaching because of health issues stemming from epilepsy.
The role will allow Kill to oversee the football program in a support capacity to coach Bill Snyder. The hire gained attention Tuesday when national media suggested Kill might be looking to succeed Snyder as coach when he retires.