South Florida Bulls aim for American Conference title under new coach Brian Hartline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 1:15 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Brian Hartline takes over as head coach of the South Florida Bulls for the 2026 season. The Bulls finished 2025 with a 9-4 record, including a postseason defeat against Old Dominion. Hartline, previously the offensive coordinator at Ohio State, inherits a roster with significant turnover after several key players transferred. The Bulls aim to reach their first American Conference title game while playing their final season at Raymond James Stadium before moving to a new on-campus venue in 2027.
- •USF finished 2025 with a record of 9-4 and lost in the Cure Bowl.
- •Brian Hartline replaces Alex Golesh as head coach for the 2026 season.
- •The Bulls expect challenges due to significant roster turnover.
- •Raymond James Stadium will host its final season before the team's venue change.
- •Hartline previously developed NFL talent during his time at Ohio State.
- 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 American Preseason Previews: South Florida Bulls
"Brian Hartline takes over, hoping to be the coach that takes USF to its first American title game.
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