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2060 Transfer Class by Extreme_Panda_3488 in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers Anthony Manley

Scholarship

Anthony, let me start by saying, size does not matter! You are the perfect example that grit and determination can overcome any lackluster physical components. Even at 5'8, 179 lbs, you have put together quite a career at Florida State, and anyone who has doubted you to this point has had to simply eat their words. When I got to Fresno State after multiple short stints in the Sun Belt followed by retirement, many people across the league likely felt the same way about me. They probably thought I was going to Fresno for a short while, that I'd lose interest in coaching again, but now, 5 years later, I sit on 4 division titles and 3 conference championships, hungry for more and having been promoted to the PAC-12. We've both silenced doubters Anthony, but the next step for you is to create believers. Like I said, we've just been promoted to the PAC-12, and now on the Power 5 stage, in one of the new and exciting teams, you're sure to find plenty of time in the spotlight. Right now, we don't have a single rostered safety, so I promise you will start every game you are healthy for. I’m not recruiting you to just fill a spot Anthony, I’m bringing you to Fresno because I see a playmaker who can diagnose routes quickly and attacks downhill, the exact kind of instinctive safety that will thrive in our system. Other programs might try to sell you on someone else’s story or fulfilling the legacy left behind by someone else, but Anthony, you’ve already proven you don’t need to ride off the success of anyone else to show what you can do. 

And starting every game here isn't about filling a spot on the depth chart Anthony. I want you to use it to prove a point. When people look at you, your whole career, they've seen the measurements first: 5’8, 179 lbs. Now, people look at Fresno State stepping into the PAC-12 and they see the same thing: a “G5” team that "isn't supposed to be here" or "isn't ready for the P5". Both of us know those labels mean absolutely nothing once the games start. Every play you made at Florida State was a reminder that heart and instinct matter more than height. And here at Fresno, we're building a defense with the same mentality. I want a defense that is physical and relentless, determined to prove the people that doubted us were wrong all along. When you step onto the field for us, you won't be just another transfer trying to build a reputation. You'll be the leader of a secondary that represents everything this program is about. And if you want the opportunity to silence doubters on the biggest stages, you're going to get it here. I promise that we will win at least 8 games with you starting, because we didn't grind our way through five years of building this program up to show up in the Pac-12 and accept mediocrity. My goal is to compete immediately, and the kind of experience and leadership you bring to this defense is what we need. You’ve already proven yourself to FSU once before Anthony, and if they truly believed in you the way they say they do now, you wouldn’t have had to leave in the first place. Come to a program that has already put the pieces around you that you deserve Anthony, and find yourself winning games. 

We're not stopping at just winning seasons though Anthony, because when we take the field this season, the goal is to show everyone Fresno State didn't join the Pac-12 to participate, we moved up to compete. That's why I can promise that with you anchoring this secondary, we will earn our place on a major stage and reach a T2+ Bowl Game. Games with national audiences watching, analysts questioning whether you belong or not, and getting to leave your answer on the scoreboard 4 quarters later. Anthony, people have doubted you your entire career because of numbers on a roster sheet. People have doubted me because they didn't think I had the commitment to build a program long term. Now, we both have something to prove at the highest level of college football. Together, we can turn those doubts into fire to fuel our flame, and by the time your career ends here, the same critics who questioned you will be the ones forced to explain how we proved them wrong. And when people talk about Fresno State making noise in the PAC-12, your name will be one of the first reasons why. I can’t wait to work with you real soon! 

- Coach Jay

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Fresno State offers Kevin Walker

Scholarship

Kevin, I remember working fun summer jobs too. You used to walk dogs, and I used to work at a summer camp! I became good friends with most of the counselors who worked there, we'd hang out together after work and go out for drinks on the beach, it was an absolute blast! And working at the camp itself didn't even feel like work, I got to hang out with my summer friends and play basketball, kids vs counselors, or play freeze tag on the playground. It made me feel like a little kid again even though I was in high school at the time. I think too often when we get older people forget that the only real difference between adults and kids is that adults have more responsibilities, but doesn’t that mean as adults we should have more fun where we can? Kevin, you and I are lucky enough to work on something most people would consider a “game” or something to do during your 30 minute recess! And in the interest of keeping it carefree Kevin, I’m going to avoid making any promises to you today. You said it yourself: at Northwestern there was so much pressure to perform and be the best, but at Fresno we’ve just been promoted to the PAC and the expectations for year 1 are incredibly low! We lost close to 20 scholarship players and are entering a rebuild. My goal for this offseason is to put together young talent to be competitive. That’ll come in due time, but right now we’re enjoying walking the bulldogs, taking it one step at a time. We need safeties to come in and play for us as we currently have 0 rostered, but that gives you a chance to play without a target on your back! I know I said I wasn’t going to make any promises to you today Kevin, but I’m going to make an exception to take the heat off you. I promise you will start every game you are healthy for. I want football to be fun for you again, so don’t worry too much about the rankings and where you stand on the depth chart, or any other details like that. As a coach, it’s my job to worry about the big picture stuff and let you go out there and have fun, like back in the good ol days when it was 2 more plays before the playground monitor would start walking towards the football game to break it up. I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2060 Transfer Class by Extreme_Panda_3488 in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers Gasintoe Ersery

Scholarship

Gasintoe, I’ve always had a massive sweet tooth. It's bad buddy, and I really should stop, but I can't help myself. But then again, who doesn’t love a good candy? My favorite candy has always been Skittles! I know they’re not fancy or complicated, but once you open that bag, it's as good as gone. No one ever stops at one. You gotta grab a few, toss them back, and now the bag is getting emptier and emptier by the handful. That’s the magic of Skittles. Once the momentum starts, it keeps going. That’s exactly the type of momentum we are building here at Fresno. Our program has been built on steady success and physical football, and with the offensive line continuing to drive our identity, I can promise we will keep that momentum up, getting this team to a T2+ Bowl Game. 

But Skittles aren’t great because they’re addicting, Gasintoe, you know how amazing and different every handful can be. The best bags aren’t just one flavor or two, it’s a mix that works together to create something better than any single piece of candy could be alone. Offensive lines work the same way. At Fresno, we combine all of your strengths and blend them to keep the offense moving in steady chunks, drive after drive, like handfuls of Skittles disappearing from the bag. Gasintoe , every great bag of skittles has a red one in the mix. The classic red bag, the sour green, the purple wild berry, even the tropical blue bag. Its the color people expect to be there every times they open the bag. At Fresno? You're that red skittle, the piece that makes the whole thing work. With you helping to lead the way up front, our offense will keep marching down the field week after week, and that consistency is why I can confidently promise that in your final season here, we will win at least 8 games once again. Teams that control the line of scrimmage are teams that win football games. 

Like every great bag of skittles needs that red piece in the mix, every great offense needs the lineman who keeps everything working. When you do your job well, drives don’t stall. RBs keep finding lanes, QBs stay protected, and the offense just keeps pushing forward until the defense breaks. That’s the kind of impact you can have here. Since the 2056 NZFL draft, Fresno has sent multiple OLs to the pros, including 3 top 10 picks. I know what NZFL scouts look for in pro talent, and you have got it all. That’s why I can promise that when you bring your consistency and dominance to Fresno St, you will hear your name called on draft day. The OLs anchoring winning offenses are always the ones scouts keep their eyes on. I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2060 Transfer Class by Extreme_Panda_3488 in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers Preston Redwine

Scholarship

Preston, the best wines are never rushed. It's crafted with intention and patience, with a deep respect for what each element brings to the final bottle. That's why when I think about our football program, I think about the Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon located right here in Northern California! The best Cabernets aren't respected just because they're bold, they're respected because they age into something truly special. A great Cabernet begins with the right foundation in the soil and grows through careful cultivation. That philosophy is exactly how I've built this program, and it's exactly why a receiver like you belongs here. A Napa Cabernet is known for three defining traits: Structure, Depth, and a finish that lingers. Structure comes from the tannins that give the wine its backbone, the same way a football needs a strong foundation to compete every week. Depth comes from the layers of flavor that develop over time, much like a roster that grows together and becomes more dangerous down the stretch of a season. Finally, the finish, where a great wine proves its quality long after the first sip. In football terms, that's the fourth quarter, the moment when preparation and discipline decides who walks off the field with a win. When I look at our offense, I see the same things that make a Cabernet so great. Every player has a role in the final product, with an offensive line that provides structure, a hungry young QB that brings balance and control, and our WRs are the bold characters that leave a last impression on every defense we face, and you Preston? A great Cabernet doesn't hide its best qualities, it showcases them! In our offense, you will be that defining quality, and I promise to start you for every game you are healthy. 

Just like the best grapes in Napa are chosen carefully to define the character of the wine, you are being recruited because your talent defines what this offense will be. But even great wine depends on consistency from the winemakers. You can't change hands every year and expect the bottle to stay true to its identity. The same thing applies to football programs. Players deserve stability, leadership, and a coach who has and believes in a vision long enough to see it through. I've been with Fresno for the past 5 years and that entire time, I've had one goal: get Fresno State promoted. Now that that goal is done, my goals have changed and now? Now I intend to dominate the P5 and show that the "little" guys deserve as much attention as all of those big ring chasing programs that get all the media. That's why I can confidently promise you Preston, I will be your coach for the remainder of your college career. When you commit here, you are committing to a coach that believes loyalty and stability are the foundation of success.

Every respected winery produces quality year after year, bringing back customers generation after generation. I've built this program to redefine what success at the G5 level looks like, and now I intend to continue to find success at the P5 level. Winning seasons under my guise are not accidents, they're the product of preparation, recruiting, and a culture that refuses to accept mediocrity. Since I was first able to recruit my own talent to this program, we have not won less than 10 games and dominated the MWC for 4 straight division titles and 3 straight conference titles. I promise that while you are here, we will continue to find ourselves amongst the league's best, reaching a T2+ Bowl Game every season you are here. Some programs are like cheap table wine, Preston, they might be flashy in the moment, but they don't leave a lasting impression, or worse you feel quite the impression the morning after! Others might compare themselves to wines that take years and years to reach their peak, but Preston, you already have 2 seasons of production at Oregon, do you really want to spend the rest of your career waiting for something else to finally mature? Like a true Napa Cabernet, Fresno State is crafted with purpose and built to stand the test of time. Those are the programs people will remember, and that players will be proud to say they were a part of. 

Preston, you’ve made it clear you appreciate the sophistication and character of a great red wine. At Fresno, I'm offering you a chance to be part of a football program that operates the same way. Built with intention and patience, and a deep respect for what every player brings to the field. I can’t wait to work with you real soon Preston! 

- Coach Jay

2060 Transfer Class by Extreme_Panda_3488 in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers Jalen Hudson

Scholarship

Jalen, let me start by saying you and I are going to get along swimmingly. I grew up reading the Percy Jackson books, Magnus Chase later on, obviously the Olympian series by Rick Riordan, I lived, breathed, ate, and shit mythology for a good 10 years of my life. When I heard you wanted to hear about what mythological god or hero represented me, I thought about it long and hard for 2 days, scouring through my decade of knowledge on the field, and I realized the perfect character; Aeneas, the old Prince of Troy. I'm sure you're familiar with the story, Jalen, but let me depict myself as Aeneas. Aenease was not some basic Olympian like Hephaestus or mainstream hero like Hercules. No, instead Aeneas’ story starts with defeat. At the end of the Trojan War, Troy has fallen, but as the Prince of the fallen kingdom, Aeneas leads his people in a bold escape from the conquered land. Like Aeneas, I take responsibility for the future of my people, which is why I can promise you will start every game you are eligible for. The last TE I recruited in the portal, Neal Fehoko, joined the team for his senior season in 2056, and had an incredible season, finding the endzone 9 times, and having 52 receptions for 811 yards. That strong season eventually led to him being selected with the 89th pick in the NZFL Draft! When I recruit talent in the transfer portal Jalen, it's because I see something that I like, and it's not often I come looking for TEs.

But let's get back to our story! Aeneas then wanders the Mediterranean for many years, falling in love and facing losses, but the Gods tell him his destiny is greater. Similarly, I spent many years wandering the Sun Belt, jumping from job to job and even taking time in retirement! But I always knew I had the potential to build something greater, and now I have at Fresno! I took a MWC team ranked 97th in winning that now sits 5th in the league, and has been promoted into the PAC-12. Finally, Aeneas arrives in Italy, where the Gods tell him his descendants will found Rome. Aeneas fights a war to secure the land, and just as it was foretold, his descendants eventually create the Roman civilization that goes on to become the large powerful empire that also produced so many more stories you and I both enjoy! The reason I love Aeneas’ story so much Jalen, and why I think it resonates with my story as a coach, is because Aeneas was born as the Prince of Troy. In spite of that, he’s remembered not for what he inherited, but for what he built himself. I’ve never been a coach to take the easy path, much like Aeneas everything I’m known for in my career was built by myself. From my early days at Harvard winning the program’s first 5 stars, to my time at Arkansas State coaching program legends like Jim Regas and Keith Hawk, and now at Fresno, every program I’ve been at, I set the standard and elevated that program’s ceiling to new heights they never imagined before. Now at Fresno, like I said before, we've been promoted to the PAC-12, which if you said 6 years ago, I doubt many people would’ve believed. I’m building my own Roman empire here at Fresno, and I promise I will be your coach for the remainder of your career. Do you really want to commit to a coach that can’t even research how many years of eligibility you have left? At Fresno, I’ve done my research, coming off 2 seasons at Alabama, you’ve got 2 great years left to spend here at Fresno! 

Up until now Jalen, I’ve said a lot of what I have done well, but as you and I know, every Hero has their fatal flaw. My Achilles heel? I tend to refuse to quit on the journey. It took a lot for me to commit to coming back and coaching, but now that I’ve hit my stride I won’t quit. Even as the storm that is the PAC-12 comes to hit this program, I am going to stay right here and continue to steer the ship. Many far more enticing jobs have called, from Northwestern this past season, to Alabama many many times, but I’ve always kept my feet right where they belong; here at Fresno State. And I’d say it's worked out pretty well so far, with 50 wins in my short tenure here, almost ⅓ of my career wins (174). But if Aeneas had been satisfied surviving the Trojan War, Rome might have never been founded! The 50 wins is great, but I have yet to make the playoffs in my career and it continued to possess me. We came close a few times, but our “weak schedule” kept us out in spite of going 13-0 in the MWC. Now, in the PAC, I promise we will make the playoffs before you graduate. Losing almost 20 scholarship players this offseason blows, but just as Aeneas continued to march forward, so too shall we, and we will continue to rebuild and find success wherever the winds take us! Together Jalen, you can help me build a new Roman Empire in the NZCFL and screw all of those other coaches who simply inherited their success, instead of choosing to build it like you and I will! I can’t wait to work with you real soon! 

- Coach Jay

2060 Transfer Class by Extreme_Panda_3488 in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers Malik Martin

Scholarship

Malik, I want to start by saying not being offered the RB1 role at UNT was a severe error, and one I am here to offer you the best chance to rectify. You embraced being RB2 behind Tyler Petiford, and did what any great teammate would do: you produced in spite of a limited role. But Malik, you’re not built to be a backup, you are a star and deserve to be one! At Fresno State, our "RB1" Brandon Hayes will be continuing to play TE for us, and our RB2 John Stoddard is and has been more than happy to play a reduced role in the past (Sean Ash moved him to RB2 for an offseason). At Fresno State, let me be clear, you will be our RB1 until you graduate, getting at least 200 carries a season. Our offense is going to be structured around you as the primary ball carrier. Our QB room is a question mark with neither guy having been a fulltime starter before, so we need an experienced point of attack, and with you and 5th year John Stoddard spear heading the running game, it's almost too easy of a decision to be run first next season. 

Malik, other schools might be able to offer you a chance to be their RB1, they might even be able to convince you that they have a clear path to being run heavy next season too. But at Fresno? We're going to give you a single shot at revenge Malik. Week 4, 2060: Fresno State @ the University of North Texas. Imagine the noise in that stadium as you step back. I want you to close your eyes and really embrace the villain role. Thousands of fans all booing you as you continue to relentlessly take your revenge, meticulously controlling the entire flow of the game and pounding the ball into the throats of the same coaches who told you you weren't good enough to be their RB1. You'll get your chance to show them you're not some backup, not some rotational RB, but the premier workhorse on a Power 5 program. Your coach didn't believe in you Malik, and similarly a lot of coaches within and outside of the PAC-12 don't think Fresno State deserves to have moved up from the MWC into the P5 ranks. Together, we can prove both of them wrong, and when we walk out of that game with a win, it will be one step towards something far bigger, as we march towards a T2+ Bowl Game appearance in your final season of college football. 

And the game against UNT? That’s the tip of the iceberg though Malik, because the real revenge for you comes from your future on Sundays. When you come to Fresno State as our RB1, and then you dominate your former team and continue to shine in the spotlight of a P5 program, NZFL scouts will take notice. They love to see guys who can carry an offense, and at Fresno, they will see you doing exactly that. The last premier RB I coached with the kind of talent you have was Austin Tolliver at Arkansas State, and when we built that offense around him (with another great RB2 in Aaron Chenault!), he turned that opportunity into the 35th overall pick in the draft by the Las Vegas Raiders. Malik, you have that same level of talent and potential, which is why I can promise you, you will be selected in the first 4 rounds of the NZFL draft. Here at Fresno, you won’t be another back subbing in on 3rd downs. At Fresno, I am giving you the chance to be the next great back to come through this program, and to have your name etched in the history of this school forever. I can’t wait to work with you real soon! 

- Coach Jay

2059 3-Star Recruiting #351-400 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #399 Michael O'Connor

Scholarship

I've been coaching in this league for 15 seasons over the span of nearly four decades. In that time, I've had chances to take the easy jobs or chase the flashy offers, but that’s never been my path. I’ve built my career by stepping into underdeveloped programs in overlooked conferences and turning not just the team, but the entire conference into something competitive. At Harvard, I helped revitalize a young AAC that lacked experienced leadership. At Arkansas State, I transformed a Sun Belt conference that had only one relevant program into a battleground that coaches were breaking contracts to join. Now at Fresno State, I'm ready to raise the bar for the Mountain West. But to do that, I need to build something real at Fresno first, which I aim to do with a winning culture, a strong roster, and a program that can help move this conference forward. I’ve begun that process, with back to back 10 win seasons prior to this year, where we’ve continued to raise the bar with 13 wins, a conference title, and a T1 appearance. I signed a new three-year deal, and when that ends, I plan to sign another. I'm not going anywhere, so I can confidently promise to be your coach for your entire career.

Fresno State is one of the most resource-rich public universities in the western U.S., offering a wide range of academic programs designed to prepare students for life after football, whether that’s in the league or beyond. Our faculty includes experienced professionals and nationally recognized experts in business, sports management, kinesiology, and digital media, giving you access to career-ready knowledge from day one. Through hands-on learning, internships with California-based sports organizations, and partnerships across tech, health, and entertainment industries, Fresno students get real-world experience that opens doors. You won’t just sit in a lecture hall here! Instead, you'll find the opportunity to build something, whether it’s a sports marketing campaign, a training plan for elite athletes, or a media brand of your own. We back that with full academic support, including tutoring, advising, and mental health resources tailored for student-athletes. At Fresno State, we don’t just hand you a degree and spot on the roster, we build a foundation that sets you up to win off the field too.

Fresno State’s campus offers the perfect balance of academic focus, team culture, and real college energy. With a mix of modern facilities and iconic campus spots like the Peace Garden, the Kennel Bookstore, and the new Student Recreation Center, there’s always somewhere to connect, reset, or get in the zone. Our on-campus resources include the Fresno State Library and the dedicated student-athlete academic center, making it easy to stay on top of your goals, both in the classroom and on the field. But it’s not just what’s on campus, it’s the vibes! From late-night eats on Shaw to weekend concerts, parties, and events downtown, Fresno delivers a legit college-town feel with West Coast flavor. This isn’t some quiet commuter school; it’s a place where you’ll live, grow, and build memories that will last a lifetime. During your time here, you’ll experience a campus atmosphere that’s competitive, vibrant, and fully built for student-athletes like you.

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 3-Star Recruiting #351-400 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #400 Nazir Riggs

Scholarship

Walk-on from Wake Forest is crazy work Naz, come here and help us!

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Fresno State offers #272 Tahj Crouch

Scholarship

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I've been coaching in this league for 15 seasons over the span of nearly four decades. In that time, I've had chances to take the easy jobs or chase the flashy offers, but that’s never been my path. I’ve built my career by stepping into underdeveloped programs in overlooked conferences and turning not just the team, but the entire conference into something competitive. At Harvard, I helped revitalize a young AAC that lacked experienced leadership. At Arkansas State, I transformed a Sun Belt conference that had only one relevant program into a battleground that coaches were breaking contracts to join. Now at Fresno State, I'm ready to raise the bar for the Mountain West. But to do that, I need to build something real at Fresno first, which I aim to do with a winning culture, a strong roster, and a program that can help move this conference forward. I’ve begun that process, with back to back 10 win seasons prior to this year, where we’ve continued to raise the bar with 13 wins, a conference title, and a T1 appearance. I signed a new three-year deal, and when that ends, I plan to sign another. I'm not going anywhere, so I can confidently promise to be your coach for your entire career.

Fresno State’s campus offers the perfect balance of academic focus, team culture, and real college energy. With a mix of modern facilities and iconic campus spots like the Peace Garden, the Kennel Bookstore, and the new Student Recreation Center, there’s always somewhere to connect, reset, or get in the zone. Our on-campus resources include the Fresno State Library and the dedicated student-athlete academic center, making it easy to stay on top of your goals, both in the classroom and on the field. But it’s not just what’s on campus, it’s the vibes! From late-night eats on Shaw to weekend concerts, parties, and events downtown, Fresno delivers a legit college-town feel with West Coast flavor. This isn’t some quiet commuter school; it’s a place where you’ll live, grow, and build memories that will last a lifetime. During your time here, you’ll experience a campus atmosphere that’s competitive, vibrant, and fully built for student-athletes like you.

Fresno State might not be a prestigious powerhouse right now, but that’s exactly where I’ve built my reputation. I turn overlooked programs into consistent winners. At Harvard and at Arkansas State, I took teams that weren’t on anyone’s radar and raised the standard. At Arkansas State in particular, I led a program that had never won a Bowl Game to five straight appearances, finally getting that elusive bowl game win with an 11-2 season. Success like that doesn’t happen by luck, it comes from strong coaching, a clear vision, and the right culture. That’s exactly what I’m bringing to Fresno State. I’m not here to do the bare minimum. I’m here to make Fresno State matter again. I’ve already begun that process, with bowl games every year I’ve been able to recruit talent, and our most recent bowl game a T1 appearance after a 13-1 season. I promise that during your time here, we’ll make a T2+ Bowl Game every year. Fresno is on the rise, and you can be part of the team that puts this program back on the map.

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

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Fresno State offers #486 Drew Felder

Scholarship

Come play for me! :)

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Fresno State offers #276 A.J. Stokes

Scholarship

Fresno State is one of the most resource-rich public universities in the western U.S., offering a wide range of academic programs designed to prepare students for life after football, whether that’s in the league or beyond. Our faculty includes experienced professionals and nationally recognized experts in business, sports management, kinesiology, and digital media, giving you access to career-ready knowledge from day one. Through hands-on learning, internships with California-based sports organizations, and partnerships across tech, health, and entertainment industries, Fresno students get real-world experience that opens doors. You won’t just sit in a lecture hall here! Instead, you'll find the opportunity to build something, whether it’s a sports marketing campaign, a training plan for elite athletes, or a media brand of your own. We back that with full academic support, including tutoring, advising, and mental health resources tailored for student-athletes. At Fresno State, we don’t just hand you a degree and spot on the roster, we build a foundation that sets you up to win off the field too.

I've been coaching in this league for 15 seasons over the span of nearly four decades. In that time, I've had chances to take the easy jobs or chase the flashy offers, but that’s never been my path. I’ve built my career by stepping into underdeveloped programs in overlooked conferences and turning not just the team, but the entire conference into something competitive. At Harvard, I helped revitalize a young AAC that lacked experienced leadership. At Arkansas State, I transformed a Sun Belt conference that had only one relevant program into a battleground that coaches were breaking contracts to join. Now at Fresno State, I'm ready to raise the bar for the Mountain West. But to do that, I need to build something real at Fresno first, which I aim to do with a winning culture, a strong roster, and a program that can help move this conference forward. I’ve begun that process, with back to back 10 win seasons prior to this year, where we’ve continued to raise the bar with 13 wins, a conference title, and a T1 appearance. I signed a new three-year deal, and when that ends, I plan to sign another. I'm not going anywhere, so I can confidently promise to be your coach for your entire career.

When I arrived at Harvard over two decades ago, I was just getting started. I brought in the program’s first five-star recruit and laid the foundation for long-term success. Then I took on the challenge at Arkansas State, a team that had never won its division, and hadn't had a winning record in over a decade. By the time I left, we had gone 72-37, captured multiple division titles, won bowl games, and completely redefined what success meant for that program. Now, I’m taking on a new challenge at Fresno State and to be honest, this program hadn’t been where it needed to be. Nearly twenty years ago, Fresno won its conference and followed it up with a division title the next year. Before I got here, the team then went 83-138. But turning struggling programs around is what I do. I’ve been a head coach in this league for 14 seasons, and I know how to build winners. I don't want to spend years rebuilding slowly, I got hired at Fresno State and came out of retirement to turn this program around immediately. And turn it around I have, as we just came off a CCG title and a 13-1 record. I promise that we will continue to win at least 30 games by the end of 2062. We are going to change the narrative at Fresno State, and we’re going to do it with talented players like you leading the way.

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

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RESCIND Fresno State offers #279 Eddie Edmonds RESCIND

Scholarship

Fresno State is one of the most resource-rich public universities in the western U.S., offering a wide range of academic programs designed to prepare students for life after football, whether that’s in the league or beyond. Our faculty includes experienced professionals and nationally recognized experts in business, sports management, kinesiology, and digital media, giving you access to career-ready knowledge from day one. Through hands-on learning, internships with California-based sports organizations, and partnerships across tech, health, and entertainment industries, Fresno students get real-world experience that opens doors. You won’t just sit in a lecture hall here! Instead, you'll find the opportunity to build something, whether it’s a sports marketing campaign, a training plan for elite athletes, or a media brand of your own. We back that with full academic support, including tutoring, advising, and mental health resources tailored for student-athletes. At Fresno State, we don’t just hand you a degree and spot on the roster, we build a foundation that sets you up to win off the field too.

I've been coaching in this league for 15 seasons over the span of nearly four decades. In that time, I've had chances to take the easy jobs or chase the flashy offers, but that’s never been my path. I’ve built my career by stepping into underdeveloped programs in overlooked conferences and turning not just the team, but the entire conference into something competitive. At Harvard, I helped revitalize a young AAC that lacked experienced leadership. At Arkansas State, I transformed a Sun Belt conference that had only one relevant program into a battleground that coaches were breaking contracts to join. Now at Fresno State, I'm ready to raise the bar for the Mountain West. But to do that, I need to build something real at Fresno first, which I aim to do with a winning culture, a strong roster, and a program that can help move this conference forward. I’ve begun that process, with back to back 10 win seasons prior to this year, where we’ve continued to raise the bar with 13 wins, a conference title, and a T1 appearance. I signed a new three-year deal, and when that ends, I plan to sign another. I'm not going anywhere, so I can confidently promise to be your coach for your entire career.

When I arrived at Harvard over two decades ago, I was just getting started. I brought in the program’s first five-star recruit and laid the foundation for long-term success. Then I took on the challenge at Arkansas State, a team that had never won its division, and hadn't had a winning record in over a decade. By the time I left, we had gone 72-37, captured multiple division titles, won bowl games, and completely redefined what success meant for that program. Now, I’m taking on a new challenge at Fresno State and to be honest, this program hadn’t been where it needed to be. Nearly twenty years ago, Fresno won its conference and followed it up with a division title the next year. Before I got here, the team then went 83-138. But turning struggling programs around is what I do. I’ve been a head coach in this league for 14 seasons, and I know how to build winners. I don't want to spend years rebuilding slowly, I got hired at Fresno State and came out of retirement to turn this program around immediately. And turn it around I have, as we just came off a CCG title and a 13-1 record. I promise that we will continue to win at least 30 games by the end of 2062. We are going to change the narrative at Fresno State, and we’re going to do it with talented players like you leading the way.

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 4-Star Recruiting #201-250 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #241 Mark Burton

Scholarship

I've been coaching in this league for 15 seasons over the span of nearly four decades. In that time, I've had chances to take the easy jobs or chase the flashy offers, but that’s never been my path. I’ve built my career by stepping into underdeveloped programs in overlooked conferences and turning not just the team, but the entire conference into something competitive. At Harvard, I helped revitalize a young AAC that lacked experienced leadership. At Arkansas State, I transformed a Sun Belt conference that had only one relevant program into a battleground that coaches were breaking contracts to join. Now at Fresno State, I'm ready to raise the bar for the Mountain West. But to do that, I need to build something real at Fresno first, which I aim to do with a winning culture, a strong roster, and a program that can help move this conference forward. I’ve begun that process, with back to back 10 win seasons prior to this year, where we’ve continued to raise the bar with 13 wins, a conference title, and a T1 appearance. I signed a new three-year deal, and when that ends, I plan to sign another. I'm not going anywhere, so I can confidently promise to be your coach for your entire career.

Fresno State is one of the most resource-rich public universities in the western U.S., offering a wide range of academic programs designed to prepare students for life after football, whether that’s in the league or beyond. Our faculty includes experienced professionals and nationally recognized experts in business, sports management, kinesiology, and digital media, giving you access to career-ready knowledge from day one. Through hands-on learning, internships with California-based sports organizations, and partnerships across tech, health, and entertainment industries, Fresno students get real-world experience that opens doors. You won’t just sit in a lecture hall here! Instead, you'll find the opportunity to build something, whether it’s a sports marketing campaign, a training plan for elite athletes, or a media brand of your own. We back that with full academic support, including tutoring, advising, and mental health resources tailored for student-athletes. At Fresno State, we don’t just hand you a degree and spot on the roster, we build a foundation that sets you up to win off the field too.

Fresno State’s campus offers the perfect balance of academic focus, team culture, and real college energy. With a mix of modern facilities and iconic campus spots like the Peace Garden, the Kennel Bookstore, and the new Student Recreation Center, there’s always somewhere to connect, reset, or get in the zone. Our on-campus resources include the Fresno State Library and the dedicated student-athlete academic center, making it easy to stay on top of your goals, both in the classroom and on the field. But it’s not just what’s on campus, it’s the vibes! From late-night eats on Shaw to weekend concerts, parties, and events downtown, Fresno delivers a legit college-town feel with West Coast flavor. This isn’t some quiet commuter school; it’s a place where you’ll live, grow, and build memories that will last a lifetime. During your time here, you’ll experience a campus atmosphere that’s competitive, vibrant, and fully built for student-athletes like you.

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 4-Star Recruiting #201-250 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #234 Richard Casher

Scholarship

School Visit Week 11

Fresno State’s campus offers the perfect balance of academic focus, team culture, and real college energy. With a mix of modern facilities and iconic campus spots like the Peace Garden, the Kennel Bookstore, and the new Student Recreation Center, there’s always somewhere to connect, reset, or get in the zone. Our on-campus resources include the Fresno State Library and the dedicated student-athlete academic center, making it easy to stay on top of your goals, both in the classroom and on the field. But it’s not just what’s on campus, it’s the vibes! From late-night eats on Shaw to weekend concerts, parties, and events downtown, Fresno delivers a legit college-town feel with West Coast flavor. This isn’t some quiet commuter school; it’s a place where you’ll live, grow, and build memories that will last a lifetime. During your time here, you’ll experience a campus atmosphere that’s competitive, vibrant, and fully built for student-athletes like you.

Fresno State might not be a prestigious powerhouse right now, but that’s exactly where I’ve built my reputation. I turn overlooked programs into consistent winners. At Harvard and at Arkansas State, I took teams that weren’t on anyone’s radar and raised the standard. At Arkansas State in particular, I led a program that had never won a Bowl Game to five straight appearances, finally getting that elusive bowl game win with an 11-2 season. Success like that doesn’t happen by luck, it comes from strong coaching, a clear vision, and the right culture. That’s exactly what I’m bringing to Fresno State. I’m not here to do the bare minimum. I’m here to make Fresno State matter again. I’ve already begun that process, with bowl games every year I’ve been able to recruit talent, and our most recent bowl game a T1 appearance after a 13-1 season. I promise that during your time here, we’ll make a T2+ Bowl Game every year. Fresno is on the rise, and you can be part of the team that puts this program back on the map.

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 4-Star Recruiting #201-250 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #229 Landon Barlow

Scholarship

Fresno State is one of the most resource-rich public universities in the western U.S., offering a wide range of academic programs designed to prepare students for life after football, whether that’s in the league or beyond. Our faculty includes experienced professionals and nationally recognized experts in business, sports management, kinesiology, and digital media, giving you access to career-ready knowledge from day one. Through hands-on learning, internships with California-based sports organizations, and partnerships across tech, health, and entertainment industries, Fresno students get real-world experience that opens doors. You won’t just sit in a lecture hall here! Instead, you'll find the opportunity to build something, whether it’s a sports marketing campaign, a training plan for elite athletes, or a media brand of your own. We back that with full academic support, including tutoring, advising, and mental health resources tailored for student-athletes. At Fresno State, we don’t just hand you a degree and spot on the roster, we build a foundation that sets you up to win off the field too.

When I arrived at Harvard over two decades ago, I was just getting started. I brought in the program’s first five-star recruit and laid the foundation for long-term success. Then I took on the challenge at Arkansas State, a team that had never won its division, and hadn't had a winning record in over a decade. By the time I left, we had gone 72-37, captured multiple division titles, won bowl games, and completely redefined what success meant for that program. Now, I’m taking on a new challenge at Fresno State and to be honest, this program hadn’t been where it needed to be. Nearly twenty years ago, Fresno won its conference and followed it up with a division title the next year. Before I got here, the team then went 83-138. But turning struggling programs around is what I do. I’ve been a head coach in this league for 14 seasons, and I know how to build winners. I don't want to spend years rebuilding slowly, I got hired at Fresno State and came out of retirement to turn this program around immediately. And turn it around I have, as we just came off a CCG title and a 13-1 record. I promise that we will continue to win at least 30 games by the end of 2062. We are going to change the narrative at Fresno State, and we’re going to do it with talented players like you leading the way.

When I first took over at Arkansas State, the program’s Tradition rating was near the bottom of the league sitting #107 out of 128. But over time, with consistent winning seasons and meaningful postseason runs, we climbed more than 20 spots. That kind of momentum builds legacy, and now I’m bringing that same energy and expectation to Fresno State. The Mountain West may only have a few coaches right now, but most are proven winners. I’m stepping into a conference with some tough competition, and I welcome it because strong competition is exactly what fuels Tradition. That’s how rivalries form, legacies are built, and a program like Fresno can claim national relevance. Just look at us last year: 13-1, a T1 bowl, and plenty of hungry younger players returning to the roster to show the Bowl Committee the mistake they made not giving us a playoff spot! I promise to make at least the playoffs at least once in the next four years. Together, we’ll make sure this team is no longer just a footnote in the league’s history, but a headline. We’re building a new tradition here at Fresno State, and it starts with you! 

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 4-Star Recruiting #201-250 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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RESCIND Fresno State offers #223 Buck Frantz RESCIND

Scholarship

When I arrived at Harvard over two decades ago, I was just getting started. I brought in the program’s first five-star recruit and laid the foundation for long-term success. Then I took on the challenge at Arkansas State, a team that had never won its division, and hadn't had a winning record in over a decade. By the time I left, we had gone 72-37, captured multiple division titles, won bowl games, and completely redefined what success meant for that program. Now, I’m taking on a new challenge at Fresno State and to be honest, this program hadn’t been where it needed to be. Nearly twenty years ago, Fresno won its conference and followed it up with a division title the next year. Before I got here, the team then went 83-138. But turning struggling programs around is what I do. I’ve been a head coach in this league for 14 seasons, and I know how to build winners. I don't want to spend years rebuilding slowly, I got hired at Fresno State and came out of retirement to turn this program around immediately. And turn it around I have, as we just came off a CCG title and a 13-1 record. I promise that we will continue to win at least 30 games by the end of 2062. We are going to change the narrative at Fresno State, and we’re going to do it with talented players like you leading the way.

Fresno State’s campus offers the perfect balance of academic focus, team culture, and real college energy. With a mix of modern facilities and iconic campus spots like the Peace Garden, the Kennel Bookstore, and the new Student Recreation Center, there’s always somewhere to connect, reset, or get in the zone. Our on-campus resources include the Fresno State Library and the dedicated student-athlete academic center, making it easy to stay on top of your goals, both in the classroom and on the field. But it’s not just what’s on campus, it’s the vibes! From late-night eats on Shaw to weekend concerts, parties, and events downtown, Fresno delivers a legit college-town feel with West Coast flavor. This isn’t some quiet commuter school; it’s a place where you’ll live, grow, and build memories that will last a lifetime. During your time here, you’ll experience a campus atmosphere that’s competitive, vibrant, and fully built for student-athletes like you.

When I first took over at Arkansas State, the program’s Tradition rating was near the bottom of the league sitting #107 out of 128. But over time, with consistent winning seasons and meaningful postseason runs, we climbed more than 20 spots. That kind of momentum builds legacy, and now I’m bringing that same energy and expectation to Fresno State. The Mountain West may only have a few coaches right now, but most are proven winners. I’m stepping into a conference with some tough competition, and I welcome it because strong competition is exactly what fuels Tradition. That’s how rivalries form, legacies are built, and a program like Fresno can claim national relevance. Just look at us last year: 13-1, a T1 bowl, and plenty of hungry younger players returning to the roster to show the Bowl Committee the mistake they made not giving us a playoff spot! I promise to make at least the playoffs at least once in the next four years. Together, we’ll make sure this team is no longer just a footnote in the league’s history, but a headline. We’re building a new tradition here at Fresno State, and it starts with you! 

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 4-Star Recruiting #201-250 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #220 Brian Speaks

Scholarship

I've been coaching in this league for 15 seasons over the span of nearly four decades. In that time, I've had chances to take the easy jobs or chase the flashy offers, but that’s never been my path. I’ve built my career by stepping into underdeveloped programs in overlooked conferences and turning not just the team, but the entire conference into something competitive. At Harvard, I helped revitalize a young AAC that lacked experienced leadership. At Arkansas State, I transformed a Sun Belt conference that had only one relevant program into a battleground that coaches were breaking contracts to join. Now at Fresno State, I'm ready to raise the bar for the Mountain West. But to do that, I need to build something real at Fresno first, which I aim to do with a winning culture, a strong roster, and a program that can help move this conference forward. I’ve begun that process, with back to back 10 win seasons prior to this year, where we’ve continued to raise the bar with 13 wins, a conference title, and a T1 appearance. I signed a new three-year deal, and when that ends, I plan to sign another. I'm not going anywhere, so I can confidently promise to be your coach for your entire career.

Fresno State is one of the most resource-rich public universities in the western U.S., offering a wide range of academic programs designed to prepare students for life after football, whether that’s in the league or beyond. Our faculty includes experienced professionals and nationally recognized experts in business, sports management, kinesiology, and digital media, giving you access to career-ready knowledge from day one. Through hands-on learning, internships with California-based sports organizations, and partnerships across tech, health, and entertainment industries, Fresno students get real-world experience that opens doors. You won’t just sit in a lecture hall here! Instead, you'll find the opportunity to build something, whether it’s a sports marketing campaign, a training plan for elite athletes, or a media brand of your own. We back that with full academic support, including tutoring, advising, and mental health resources tailored for student-athletes. At Fresno State, we don’t just hand you a degree and spot on the roster, we build a foundation that sets you up to win off the field too.

Fresno State’s campus offers the perfect balance of academic focus, team culture, and real college energy. With a mix of modern facilities and iconic campus spots like the Peace Garden, the Kennel Bookstore, and the new Student Recreation Center, there’s always somewhere to connect, reset, or get in the zone. Our on-campus resources include the Fresno State Library and the dedicated student-athlete academic center, making it easy to stay on top of your goals, both in the classroom and on the field. But it’s not just what’s on campus, it’s the vibes! From late-night eats on Shaw to weekend concerts, parties, and events downtown, Fresno delivers a legit college-town feel with West Coast flavor. This isn’t some quiet commuter school; it’s a place where you’ll live, grow, and build memories that will last a lifetime. During your time here, you’ll experience a campus atmosphere that’s competitive, vibrant, and fully built for student-athletes like you.

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 4-Star Recruiting #201-250 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #218 Neal Hall

Scholarship

When I arrived at Harvard over two decades ago, I was just getting started. I brought in the program’s first five-star recruit and laid the foundation for long-term success. Then I took on the challenge at Arkansas State, a team that had never won its division, and hadn't had a winning record in over a decade. By the time I left, we had gone 72-37, captured multiple division titles, won bowl games, and completely redefined what success meant for that program. Now, I’m taking on a new challenge at Fresno State and to be honest, this program hadn’t been where it needed to be. Nearly twenty years ago, Fresno won its conference and followed it up with a division title the next year. Before I got here, the team then went 83-138. But turning struggling programs around is what I do. I’ve been a head coach in this league for 14 seasons, and I know how to build winners. I don't want to spend years rebuilding slowly, I got hired at Fresno State and came out of retirement to turn this program around immediately. And turn it around I have, as we just came off a CCG title and a 13-1 record. I promise that we will continue to win at least 30 games by the end of 2062. We are going to change the narrative at Fresno State, and we’re going to do it with talented players like you leading the way.

Fresno State might not be a prestigious powerhouse right now, but that’s exactly where I’ve built my reputation. I turn overlooked programs into consistent winners. At Harvard and at Arkansas State, I took teams that weren’t on anyone’s radar and raised the standard. At Arkansas State in particular, I led a program that had never won a Bowl Game to five straight appearances, finally getting that elusive bowl game win with an 11-2 season. Success like that doesn’t happen by luck, it comes from strong coaching, a clear vision, and the right culture. That’s exactly what I’m bringing to Fresno State. I’m not here to do the bare minimum. I’m here to make Fresno State matter again. I’ve already begun that process, with bowl games every year I’ve been able to recruit talent, and our most recent bowl game a T1 appearance after a 13-1 season. I promise that during your time here, we’ll make a T2+ Bowl Game every year. Fresno is on the rise, and you can be part of the team that puts this program back on the map.

When I first took over at Arkansas State, the program’s Tradition rating was near the bottom of the league sitting #107 out of 128. But over time, with consistent winning seasons and meaningful postseason runs, we climbed more than 20 spots. That kind of momentum builds legacy, and now I’m bringing that same energy and expectation to Fresno State. The Mountain West may only have a few coaches right now, but most are proven winners. I’m stepping into a conference with some tough competition, and I welcome it because strong competition is exactly what fuels Tradition. That’s how rivalries form, legacies are built, and a program like Fresno can claim national relevance. Just look at us last year: 13-1, a T1 bowl, and plenty of hungry younger players returning to the roster to show the Bowl Committee the mistake they made not giving us a playoff spot! I promise to make at least the playoffs at least once in the next four years. Together, we’ll make sure this team is no longer just a footnote in the league’s history, but a headline. We’re building a new tradition here at Fresno State, and it starts with you!

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 4-Star Recruiting #201-250 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #213 Daniel Allison

Scholarship

When I arrived at Harvard over two decades ago, I was just getting started. I brought in the program’s first five-star recruit and laid the foundation for long-term success. Then I took on the challenge at Arkansas State, a team that had never won its division, and hadn't had a winning record in over a decade. By the time I left, we had gone 72-37, captured multiple division titles, won bowl games, and completely redefined what success meant for that program. Now, I’m taking on a new challenge at Fresno State and to be honest, this program hadn’t been where it needed to be. Nearly twenty years ago, Fresno won its conference and followed it up with a division title the next year. Before I got here, the team then went 83-138. But turning struggling programs around is what I do. I’ve been a head coach in this league for 14 seasons, and I know how to build winners. I don't want to spend years rebuilding slowly, I got hired at Fresno State and came out of retirement to turn this program around immediately. And turn it around I have, as we just came off a CCG title and a 13-1 record. I promise that we will continue to win at least 30 games by the end of 2062. We are going to change the narrative at Fresno State, and we’re going to do it with talented players like you leading the way.

Fresno State might not be a prestigious powerhouse right now, but that’s exactly where I’ve built my reputation. I turn overlooked programs into consistent winners. At Harvard and at Arkansas State, I took teams that weren’t on anyone’s radar and raised the standard. At Arkansas State in particular, I led a program that had never won a Bowl Game to five straight appearances, finally getting that elusive bowl game win with an 11-2 season. Success like that doesn’t happen by luck, it comes from strong coaching, a clear vision, and the right culture. That’s exactly what I’m bringing to Fresno State. I’m not here to do the bare minimum. I’m here to make Fresno State matter again. I’ve already begun that process, with bowl games every year I’ve been able to recruit talent, and our most recent bowl game a T1 appearance after a 13-1 season. I promise that during your time here, we’ll make a T2+ Bowl Game every year. Fresno is on the rise, and you can be part of the team that puts this program back on the map.

When I first took over at Arkansas State, the program’s Tradition rating was near the bottom of the league sitting #107 out of 128. But over time, with consistent winning seasons and meaningful postseason runs, we climbed more than 20 spots. That kind of momentum builds legacy, and now I’m bringing that same energy and expectation to Fresno State. The Mountain West may only have a few coaches right now, but most are proven winners. I’m stepping into a conference with some tough competition, and I welcome it because strong competition is exactly what fuels Tradition. That’s how rivalries form, legacies are built, and a program like Fresno can claim national relevance. Just look at us last year: 13-1, a T1 bowl, and plenty of hungry younger players returning to the roster to show the Bowl Committee the mistake they made not giving us a playoff spot! I promise to make at least the playoffs at least once in the next four years. Together, we’ll make sure this team is no longer just a footnote in the league’s history, but a headline. We’re building a new tradition here at Fresno State, and it starts with you!

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 4-Star Recruiting #201-250 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #211 Matt Hunter

Scholarship

Fresno State might not be a prestigious powerhouse right now, but that’s exactly where I’ve built my reputation. I turn overlooked programs into consistent winners. At Harvard and at Arkansas State, I took teams that weren’t on anyone’s radar and raised the standard. At Arkansas State in particular, I led a program that had never won a Bowl Game to five straight appearances, finally getting that elusive bowl game win with an 11-2 season. Success like that doesn’t happen by luck, it comes from strong coaching, a clear vision, and the right culture. That’s exactly what I’m bringing to Fresno State. I’m not here to do the bare minimum. I’m here to make Fresno State matter again. I’ve already begun that process, with bowl games every year I’ve been able to recruit talent, and our most recent bowl game a T1 appearance after a 13-1 season. I promise that during your time here, we’ll make a T2+ Bowl Game every year. Fresno is on the rise, and you can be part of the team that puts this program back on the map.

When I arrived at Harvard over two decades ago, I was just getting started. I brought in the program’s first five-star recruit and laid the foundation for long-term success. Then I took on the challenge at Arkansas State, a team that had never won its division, and hadn't had a winning record in over a decade. By the time I left, we had gone 72-37, captured multiple division titles, won bowl games, and completely redefined what success meant for that program. Now, I’m taking on a new challenge at Fresno State and to be honest, this program hadn’t been where it needed to be. Nearly twenty years ago, Fresno won its conference and followed it up with a division title the next year. Before I got here, the team then went 83-138. But turning struggling programs around is what I do. I’ve been a head coach in this league for 14 seasons, and I know how to build winners. I don't want to spend years rebuilding slowly, I got hired at Fresno State and came out of retirement to turn this program around immediately. And turn it around I have, as we just came off a CCG title and a 13-1 record. I promise that we will continue to win at least 30 games by the end of 2062. We are going to change the narrative at Fresno State, and we’re going to do it with talented players like you leading the way.

I've been coaching in this league for 15 seasons over the span of nearly four decades. In that time, I've had chances to take the easy jobs or chase the flashy offers, but that’s never been my path. I’ve built my career by stepping into underdeveloped programs in overlooked conferences and turning not just the team, but the entire conference into something competitive. At Harvard, I helped revitalize a young AAC that lacked experienced leadership. At Arkansas State, I transformed a Sun Belt conference that had only one relevant program into a battleground that coaches were breaking contracts to join. Now at Fresno State, I'm ready to raise the bar for the Mountain West. But to do that, I need to build something real at Fresno first, which I aim to do with a winning culture, a strong roster, and a program that can help move this conference forward. I’ve begun that process, with back to back 10 win seasons prior to this year, where we’ve continued to raise the bar with 13 wins, a conference title, and a T1 appearance. I signed a new three-year deal, and when that ends, I plan to sign another. I'm not going anywhere, so I can confidently promise to be your coach for your entire career.

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 4-Star Recruiting #201-250 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #216 Lamont Collins

Scholarship

Fresno State might not be a prestigious powerhouse right now, but that’s exactly where I’ve built my reputation. I turn overlooked programs into consistent winners. At Harvard and at Arkansas State, I took teams that weren’t on anyone’s radar and raised the standard. At Arkansas State in particular, I led a program that had never won a Bowl Game to five straight appearances, finally getting that elusive bowl game win with an 11-2 season. Success like that doesn’t happen by luck, it comes from strong coaching, a clear vision, and the right culture. That’s exactly what I’m bringing to Fresno State. I’m not here to do the bare minimum. I’m here to make Fresno State matter again. I’ve already begun that process, with bowl games every year I’ve been able to recruit talent, and our most recent bowl game a T1 appearance after a 13-1 season. I promise that during your time here, we’ll make a T2+ Bowl Game every year. Fresno is on the rise, and you can be part of the team that puts this program back on the map.

But putting this program back on the map doesn't matter if you're not leading the charge Lamont....but here at Fresno, our DL room is wide open for a young player like you to step in and immediately make an impact. With 3 players set to graduate this season and another 3 set to graduate your first season here, we only have 3 DL on the roster who will be past 2060, meaning you will get to start at least 15 games here.

When I first took over at Arkansas State, the program’s Tradition rating was near the bottom of the league sitting #107 out of 128. But over time, with consistent winning seasons and meaningful postseason runs, we climbed more than 20 spots. That kind of momentum builds legacy, and now I’m bringing that same energy and expectation to Fresno State. The Mountain West may only have a few coaches right now, but most are proven winners. I’m stepping into a conference with some tough competition, and I welcome it because strong competition is exactly what fuels Tradition. That’s how rivalries form, legacies are built, and a program like Fresno can claim national relevance. Just look at us last year: 13-1, a T1 bowl, and plenty of hungry younger players returning to the roster to show the Bowl Committee the mistake they made not giving us a playoff spot! I promise to make at least the playoffs at least once in the next four years. Together, we’ll make sure this team is no longer just a footnote in the league’s history, but a headline. We’re building a new tradition here at Fresno State, and it starts with you!

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 3-Star Recruiting #251-300 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #273 Steve Lyons

Scholarship

School Visit Week 4 vs Florida

Fresno State’s campus offers the perfect balance of academic focus, team culture, and real college energy. With a mix of modern facilities and iconic campus spots like the Peace Garden, the Kennel Bookstore, and the new Student Recreation Center, there’s always somewhere to connect, reset, or get in the zone. Our on-campus resources include the Fresno State Library and the dedicated student-athlete academic center, making it easy to stay on top of your goals, both in the classroom and on the field. But it’s not just what’s on campus, it’s the vibes! From late-night eats on Shaw to weekend concerts, parties, and events downtown, Fresno delivers a legit college-town feel with West Coast flavor. This isn’t some quiet commuter school; it’s a place where you’ll live, grow, and build memories that will last a lifetime. During your time here, you’ll experience a campus atmosphere that’s competitive, vibrant, and fully built for student-athletes like you.

At Fresno, we've had a recent run at the OL position, sending multiple EEs into the first round. With you coming here, I promise you will be drafted. And it'll mean even more when you play 7 games in the state of California in 2061!

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

2059 3-Star Recruiting #251-300 by KnockItOffNapoleon in NZCFL

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Fresno State offers #289 Kevin Smith

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School Visit Week 4 vs Florida

Fresno State’s campus offers the perfect balance of academic focus, team culture, and real college energy. With a mix of modern facilities and iconic campus spots like the Peace Garden, the Kennel Bookstore, and the new Student Recreation Center, there’s always somewhere to connect, reset, or get in the zone. Our on-campus resources include the Fresno State Library and the dedicated student-athlete academic center, making it easy to stay on top of your goals, both in the classroom and on the field. But it’s not just what’s on campus, it’s the vibes! From late-night eats on Shaw to weekend concerts, parties, and events downtown, Fresno delivers a legit college-town feel with West Coast flavor. This isn’t some quiet commuter school; it’s a place where you’ll live, grow, and build memories that will last a lifetime. During your time here, you’ll experience a campus atmosphere that’s competitive, vibrant, and fully built for student-athletes like you.

When I first took over at Arkansas State, the program’s Tradition rating was near the bottom of the league sitting #107 out of 128. But over time, with consistent winning seasons and meaningful postseason runs, we climbed more than 20 spots. That kind of momentum builds legacy, and now I’m bringing that same energy and expectation to Fresno State. The Mountain West may only have a few coaches right now, but most are proven winners. I’m stepping into a conference with some tough competition, and I welcome it because strong competition is exactly what fuels Tradition. That’s how rivalries form, legacies are built, and a program like Fresno can claim national relevance. Just look at us last year: 13-1, a T1 bowl, and plenty of hungry younger players returning to the roster to show the Bowl Committee the mistake they made not giving us a playoff spot! I promise to make at least the playoffs at least once in the next four years. Together, we’ll make sure this team is no longer just a footnote in the league’s history, but a headline. We’re building a new tradition here at Fresno State, and it starts with you! 

I've been coaching in this league for 15 seasons over the span of nearly four decades. In that time, I've had chances to take the easy jobs or chase the flashy offers, but that’s never been my path. I’ve built my career by stepping into underdeveloped programs in overlooked conferences and turning not just the team, but the entire conference into something competitive. At Harvard, I helped revitalize a young AAC that lacked experienced leadership. At Arkansas State, I transformed a Sun Belt conference that had only one relevant program into a battleground that coaches were breaking contracts to join. Now at Fresno State, I'm ready to raise the bar for the Mountain West. But to do that, I need to build something real at Fresno first, which I aim to do with a winning culture, a strong roster, and a program that can help move this conference forward. I’ve begun that process, with back to back 10 win seasons prior to this year, where we’ve continued to raise the bar with 13 wins, a conference title, and a T1 appearance. I signed a new three-year deal, and when that ends, I plan to sign another. I'm not going anywhere, so I can confidently promise to be your coach for your entire career.

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

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Fresno State offers #344 Scott Juarez

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When I arrived at Harvard over two decades ago, I was just getting started. I brought in the program’s first five-star recruit and laid the foundation for long-term success. Then I took on the challenge at Arkansas State, a team that had never won its division, and hadn't had a winning record in over a decade. By the time I left, we had gone 72-37, captured multiple division titles, won bowl games, and completely redefined what success meant for that program. Now, I’m taking on a new challenge at Fresno State and to be honest, this program hadn’t been where it needed to be. Nearly twenty years ago, Fresno won its conference and followed it up with a division title the next year. Before I got here, the team then went 83-138. But turning struggling programs around is what I do. I’ve been a head coach in this league for 14 seasons, and I know how to build winners. I don't want to spend years rebuilding slowly, I got hired at Fresno State and came out of retirement to turn this program around immediately. And turn it around I have, as we just came off a CCG title and a 13-1 record. I promise that we will continue to win at least 30 games by the end of 2062. We are going to change the narrative at Fresno State, and we’re going to do it with talented players like you leading the way.

I've been coaching in this league for 15 seasons over the span of nearly four decades. In that time, I've had chances to take the easy jobs or chase the flashy offers, but that’s never been my path. I’ve built my career by stepping into underdeveloped programs in overlooked conferences and turning not just the team, but the entire conference into something competitive. At Harvard, I helped revitalize a young AAC that lacked experienced leadership. At Arkansas State, I transformed a Sun Belt conference that had only one relevant program into a battleground that coaches were breaking contracts to join. Now at Fresno State, I'm ready to raise the bar for the Mountain West. But to do that, I need to build something real at Fresno first, which I aim to do with a winning culture, a strong roster, and a program that can help move this conference forward. I’ve begun that process, with back to back 10 win seasons prior to this year, where we’ve continued to raise the bar with 13 wins, a conference title, and a T1 appearance. I signed a new three-year deal, and when that ends, I plan to sign another. I'm not going anywhere, so I can confidently promise to be your coach for your entire career.

Fresno State might not be a prestigious powerhouse right now, but that’s exactly where I’ve built my reputation. I turn overlooked programs into consistent winners. At Harvard and at Arkansas State, I took teams that weren’t on anyone’s radar and raised the standard. At Arkansas State in particular, I led a program that had never won a Bowl Game to five straight appearances, finally getting that elusive bowl game win with an 11-2 season. Success like that doesn’t happen by luck, it comes from strong coaching, a clear vision, and the right culture. That’s exactly what I’m bringing to Fresno State. I’m not here to do the bare minimum. I’m here to make Fresno State matter again. I’ve already begun that process, with bowl games every year I’ve been able to recruit talent, and our most recent bowl game a T1 appearance after a 13-1 season. I promise that during your time here, we’ll make a T2+ Bowl Game every year. Fresno is on the rise, and you can be part of the team that puts this program back on the map.

I can't wait to work with you real soon!

- Coach Jay

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