UConn has a new head football coach.

Jason Candle will lead the Huskies next season, the university announced on Saturday.

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Candle has been the head coach at Toledo for the last 10 years.

"We are thrilled to welcome Jason Candle as the next head coach of UConn Football," director of athletics David Benedict said in a news release. "Jason's track record speaks for itself—he is the winningest coach in Toledo history with 81 victories, two MAC Championships, and a program that has consistently competed at the highest level."

Candle led Toledo to an 8-4 record in 2025. He has never finished with a losing record as head coach of the Rockets.

"I am honored to be named the head football coach at the University of Connect

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