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USC linebackers coach Matt Entz takes Fresno State head coaching job

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Dec. 4, 2024 10:55 AM PT

When Matt Entz took the job as USC’s linebackers coach last January, leaving behind a head coaching job at North Dakota State, he was transparent about his intentions. A pair of FCS national titles and coach of the year honors hadn’t been enough to garner attention from big-time programs. He hoped the assistant job at USC could be a springboard to other head-coaching opportunities.

“I’ve had some people tell me that I don’t have FBS recruiting experience and that I haven’t really dove into NIL.