PHILADELPHIA – Temple University announced today the hiring of Manny Diaz as head football coach. Diaz, who will be formally introduced at a 3 pm media conference, joins Temple from the University of Miami, where he had served as defensive coordinator. He has 13 years of experience as a defensive coordinator at the FBS level.
"We are thrilled to have Manny lead our football program," said Director of Athletics Dr. Patrick Kraft. "After spending time with him, I understand why he has had tremendous success as a football coach and why his players are so devoted to him.