Jeff Scott is leaving for USF, but not until Clemson’s playoff run is complete
New South Florida head coach Jeff Scott will finish his duties with Clemson this season before moving on from the Tigers program, Clemson coach Dabo Swinney announced in a statement Monday night.
Scott, who served as Clemson’s receivers coach and co-offensive coordinator, was named the USF head coach Monday afternoon.
“Jeff will be serving as the head coach at USF for the next week before rejoining us the latter part of next week and remaining with us for the duration of our College Football Playoff run,” Swinney said. “Our team is excited that he’ll have the opportunity to finish our 2019 season with us.”
Scott served as Clemson’s receivers coach and recruiting coordinator from 2008-14 before being promoted to co-offensive coordinator alongside Tony Elliott when Chad Morris left for SMU.
Scott helped recruit and develop one of the best groups of receivers in the country during his time at Clemson as the Tigers have several players currently playing in the NFL, including DeAndre Hopkins, Sammy Watkins and Adam Humphries.
“Jeff has been with me since day one when I became interim. He’s somebody I trust immensely and he’s extremely loyal. He’s been patient for the right opportunity, and I think this is that right opportunity,” Swinney said. “He’s got a great AD in Michael Kelly. It’s a great fit for Jeff and I know that he’s well-prepared to take this next step and has all the tools he needs to be a great head coach.”
Clemson will face Ohio State in the Fiesta Bowl on Dec. 28. The Tigers will advance to the national title game with a win.
“It’s been a real joy to watch Jeff grow and develop and work side-by-side with him,” Swinney said. “He’s done an amazing job representing Clemson, representing the program, coaching our wide receivers and coordinating our offense. His leadership has been a big part of our success, and we will always appreciate his contribution to our program.”
This story was originally published December 9, 2019 at 6:05 PM.
