Southern athletic director confirms Faulk interest; eyes week’s end to name new coach

Southern athletic director Roman Banks reaffirmed that his objective was to call the college’s subsequent head soccer coach as quickly as this week.

He additionally confirmed that faculties did have conversations with former NFL nice Marshall Faulk in regards to the opening.

In an interview with WAFB Channel 9 sports activities reporter Jacques Doucet, Banks stated greater than 15 candidates have been interviewed or contacted thus far, together with Faulk.

Additionally learn: Southern reportedly has curiosity in Marshall Faulk changing into subsequent head coach

NFL Community senior reporter Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday that Southern and Marshall Faulk had “mutual curiosity” within the job.

Southern athletic director Roman Banks addresses Marshall Faulk and the Jags’ head soccer coach opening, together with what number of candidates have been interviewed and the timeline to make the rent. @WAFB9Sports @GeauxJags pic.twitter.com/TfR6zYtddq

— Jacques Doucet (@JacquesDoucet) April 28, 2023

Nevertheless, a cope with any potential rent has not been finalized, although Banks indicated that an “finish of the week” timetable to call a alternative for Dawson Odums is probably going.

“This must be completed in a well timed method,” he stated. “I believe by the tip of this week is my objective.”