Sheridan High School Football Team Selects First New Head Coach in 58 Years

In a significant shift for Indiana high school football, Jake Chesney has been appointed as the new head coach for Sheridan High School, succeeding legendary coach Larry 'Bud' Wright after nearly 60 years. Wright, who amassed 463 victories and numerous championships during his tenure, had been forced to resign amidst controversy, although the board of trustees stated that it was an agreed decision. Chesney, a former player under Wright, underwent a selection process involving community input before his appointment. Meanwhile, the NFL coaching landscape is also undergoing changes, with Ben Johnson taking over as head coach of the Chicago Bears and Jeff Ulbrich becoming the Falcons' defensive coordinator. Additionally, Colorado State's football program faces staff turnover as two defensive coaches have recently left for positions at Power 4 programs, leaving multiple openings in their coaching staff. These changes reflect a broader trend of transitions within both high school and college football coaching ranks.