RALEIGH, N.C. — NC State is reportedly set to hire former Eagles linebackers coach D.J. Eliot as the program’s next defensive coordinator, according to Pete Thamel of ESPN. Eliot is a long-time defensive coordinator who has served in the same role at Colorado, Kentucky, Kansas and Temple.
Eliot most recently served in a consulting role with Baylor after spending nearly a decade as a defensive coordinator in the aforementioned spots. The 48-year-old assistant began his coaching career in 1999 at Wyoming and has more than 20 years experience as a college assistant after earning his first position coach job as a Texas State DBs coach in 2003.
Pack Pride will have more on this potential hire throughout the night.
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NC State reportedly set to hire D.J. Eliot as next defensive coordinator
According to multiple sources, NC State is set to hire D.J. Eliot as their next defensive coordinator. Eliot, who previously served as the defensive coordinator at Colorado, will be tasked with revamping a Wolfpack defense that struggled at times during the 2021 season.
Eliot brings a wealth of experience to the position, having also served as the defensive coordinator at Kentucky and Florida State. He is known for his aggressive and innovative defensive schemes, and has a track record of developing players at every level of the defense.
Fans are hopeful that Eliot’s hiring will bring a new energy and effectiveness to the NC State defense, which has been a point of concern in recent years. With his proven track record and expertise, Eliot could be the missing piece that helps elevate the Wolfpack to the next level.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
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