Monmouth football begins fall camp under new coach Jeff Gallo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:51 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Monmouth football opened its fall camp on July 31, 2026, with a new coach, Jeff Gallo, and significant roster changes. The team aims to meet high expectations despite losing key offensive players from last season. Gallo emphasized execution over expectations and honoring the late defensive coordinator Lou DiRienzo Jr. Practices have featured competition across the roster, especially at quarterback, where returning player Frankie Weaver and redshirt freshman Brad Seiss are vying for the starting position. The season opener against Tennessee Tech is scheduled for August 29.
- •Monmouth ranked second in Coastal Athletic Association preseason poll.
- •Jeff Gallo emphasizes execution over expectations in coaching approach.
- •Defense showed momentum from spring practices in early camp.
- •Quarterback competition between Frankie Weaver and Brad Seiss intensifies.
- •Season opener against Tennessee Tech set for August 29.
- 8:51 AMYahoo Sports — Monmouth football opens fall camp with 'purpose' and lots of potential
"Monmouth football has a new coach and almost an entirely new starting offense as they hit the practice field, but the expectations haven't changed.
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