One day after Chad Morris was officially named as SMU’s new head coach, his former boss has picked his replacements -- plural.
In a press release, Clemson announced that Dabo Swinney has named Tony Elliott and Jeff Scott as his co-offensive coordinators. Scott has been on Swinney’s staff all seven seasons with the Tigers, coaching the wide receivers each of those seasons. This is Elliott’s fourth season as running backs coach.
There’s no word on whether the 33-year-old Scott or 35-year-old Elliott will call plays in Clemson’s bowl game and beyond.
“I am very excited to announce that Tony Elliott and Jeff Scott will serve as co-offensive coordinators,” Swinney said in a statement. “These are two of the brightest young coaches in the business. They have had a huge impact on our offense when it comes to the overall game plan, game day decisions, coaching their positions, and have also been big reasons for our recruiting success.
“One of my overall philosophies is to promote from within when it is feasible. Both of these coaches are highly qualified and ready for this opportunity. We have been prepared to make this staff move for some time.
“Tony and Jeff were teammates at Clemson at the same position for three years and have worked together as coaches for four. They have a great relationship.”