Toledo football hires Mike Jacobs as new head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 2:14 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Mike Jacobs has been appointed as the new head coach for Toledo football, marking a significant leadership change following Jason Candle’s departure to UConn. Jacobs, previously at Mercer, where he compiled a 20-6 record, aims to maintain Toledo’s status as a top Mid-American Conference program. His inaugural coaching staff includes Cris Reisert as offensive coordinator and Jahmal Brown as defensive coordinator, both bringing valuable experience to the team. The Rockets expect immediate success under Jacobs, who has a notable record of winning in previous coaching positions.
- •Mike Jacobs appointed head coach on December 10, 2025.
- •Jacobs previously led Mercer to a 20-6 record and two conference titles.
- •Cris Reisert is the new offensive coordinator; Jahmal Brown is the defensive coordinator.
- •Toledo aims for continued success in the Mid-American Conference under Jacobs.
- 2:14 AMYahoo Sports — New Era Begins at Toledo as Mike Jacobs Builds First Coaching Staff
"A new era of Toledo football is officially underway. After years of stability under Jason Candle, the Rockets will have a new leader on the sideline in 2026. Mike Jacobs was named Toledo’s head coach on Dec. 10, 2025, taking over after Candle departed the program to become the head coach at UConn. Jacobs arrives…
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