The college coaching carousel saw two new moves Friday.

In the early morning, Oregon State chose Alabama co-offensive coordinator JaMarcus Shephard as its next head coach and signed him to a five-year deal, per ESPN .

“I’m honored to lead the Oregon State University football program and to join a community that cares so deeply about its student-athletes,” Shephard said in a statement. “We will build a culture rooted in toughness, integrity, and relentless effort, and I’m excited to get to work with our players, staff, and supporters to write the next great chapter of Beaver football.”

Alabama wide receiver coach JaMarcus Shephard speaks to the media after the team’s spring NCAA college football practice, March 8, 2024, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. AP

Shephard, who was also Alabama’s assistan

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