Neal Brown in Talks for Appalachian State Job

Neal Brown, recently fired as head coach of West Virginia, is in discussions with Appalachian State regarding its head coach vacancy following the dismissal of Shawn Clark. Brown, who ended his tenure at WVU with a 37-35 record, had previously found success at Troy, where he recorded a 35-16 record and three bowl victories. While Appalachian State is a strong possibility, other programs, including UMass and Charlotte, are also reportedly interested in hiring Brown. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears have appointed Thomas Brown as their interim head coach, with many within the organization believing he could be a permanent solution due to his effective leadership style. Historically, interim coaches face challenges in establishing long-term success, but the positive shift in team morale under Thomas Brown could defy expectations. The Bears' decision on their head coach will be made after the regular season concludes next month.