Tag: Scottie Hazelton

Here is what every Michigan State Football coach was paid in 2020

We take a look at the salaries of every MSU Football coach this season.

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The Michigan State Football season is now officially over. While it definitely had some rough spots, I think it’s hard to argue that head coach Mel Tucker is building a positive new culture and program in East Lansing in his image.

With wins over Michigan and Northwestern, there is certainly enough good to draw from the 2020 season that every MSU fan should be excited for the future.

Part of the deal with Tucker coming into town was that he was given a substantial amount of money to hire his staff. Tucker himself was given a salary of $5.5 million, good for fourth in the Big Ten behind Jim Harbaugh ($8.1 million), James Franklin ($6.7 million), and Ryan Day ($5.7 million).

Here are the salaries of the rest of his staff:

  • Jay Johnson, Offensive Coordinator/QB coach: $975,000
  • Scottie Hazelton Defensive Coordinator: $950,000
  • Mike Tressel, Safeties Coach: $723,000
  • Chris Kapilovic, Offensive Line Coach: $700,000
  • Ron Burton, Defensive Line Coach: $552,500
  • Ted Gilmore, Tight Ends Coach: $500,000
  • Harlon Barnett, Cornerbacks Coach: $480,000
  • Ross Els, Special Teams Coordinator/LB Coach: $475,000
  • Courtney Hawkins, Wide Receivers Coach: $387,000
  • William Peagler, Running Backs Coach: $200,000

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MSU Football coaches: WR/CB Julian Barnett could still play either side of the ball

Michigan State WR/CB Julian Barnett could potentially still play on both sides of the ball according to his coaching staff.

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Michigan State Football’s Julian Barnett was recruited to the Spartans last year as the No. 1 cornerback in the state of Michigan, but he spent every single snap of his freshman season playing wide receiver due to injuries. While Barnett has been meeting with the cornerbacks, it looks like there is still the possibility that he plays on both sides of the ball next season.

Chris Solari of the Detroit Free Press was on calls with both defensive coordinator Scottie Hazelton and offensive coordinator Jay Johnson, and both members of Mel Tucker’s coaching staff spoke on the talented young Spartan.

From Hazelton:

“Julian has been in our rooms now, playing some corner, doing some of that stuff and getting trained that way.

From Johnson:

“I’ve heard about Julian and have seen some things about him, but I hear he’s a very talented athlete… so my approach on that is — and that’s going to really probably come from Coach Tuck — but where does he make our team better? … I could see that possibly being on either side of the ball because of his skill set, which is really exciting.”

Barnett had 13 reception in his freshman year for 182 yards and also returned a few kicks for MSU.

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New Michigan State Football DC Scottie Hazelton to make $950,000 per year

Michigan State’s new defensive coordinator Scottie Hazelton will be making $950,000 per year under Mel Tucker.

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Earlier today, it was reported that Michigan State defensive line coach Ron Burton would be making $510,000 per year. Soon after, Matt Wenzel of Mlive.com reported, through a Freedom of Information Act request, that MSU’s new defensive coordinator Scottie Hazelton will be making $950,000 per year in his new role under head coach Mel Tucker.

This is nearly double what Hazelton was making last year at Kansas State as their defensive coordinator and linebackers coach, where hew as making $550,000 per year. In addition, Wenzel reported that the Spartans are also paying his $91,667 buyout from Kansas State.

Hazelton’s salary reflects the sizable investment Michigan State is making in Tucker and his coaching staff. Hazelton’s salary surpasses any assistant from last year by about $300,000. Pat Narduzzi made $835,000 in the role back in 2014.

It was reported earlier this year that the Spartans new offensive line coach Chris Kapilovic will be making $700,000 per year and wide receivers coach Courtney Hawkins will be at $387,000 per year.

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Locked On Spartans Podcast: Michigan State hires a defensive coordinator, Maryland round two preview

Michigan State has reportedly hired a defensive coordinator. MSU basketball travels to Maryland for the biggest game of the year.

Wil and Matt discuss Michigan State reportedly hiring Scottie Hazelton as defensive coordinator. Plus, poaching IMG Academy’s strength coach seems like a good idea. They make fun of Minnesota and preview Michigan State vs. Maryland round two.

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You can find the episode on iTunes, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.

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Report: Michigan State to hire Kansas State defensive coordinator Scottie Hazelton

Mel Tucker has reportedly finalized his on-field coaching staff

Mel Tucker’s on-field coaching staff has reportedly been finalized.

According to Riley Gates of GoPowercat.com–the Kansas State 247 Sports page–Kansas State defensive coordinator Scottie Hazelton is expected to accept the defensive coordinator position on Mel Tucker’s staff.

Gates’ source says that while a deal hasn’t been finalized, K-State is expecting Hazelton to leave for East Lansing, citing an offer that Kansas State “can’t match.” Hazelton was paid $550,000 for his work last year at KSU. Former Michigan State defensive coordinator Mike Tressel was paid $725,000 last season to run the Spartan defense. The salary of new Michigan State offensive line coach and run game coordinator Chris Kapilovic has been reported as $700,000 per year.

Hazelton has only been the defensive coordinator in Manhattan for one season. In 2019 under Hazelton the Wildcats ranked 27th in points per game given up, up from 49th in 2018. KSU also improved from 61st in SP+ defense in 2018 to 47th in 2019. Before KSU Hazelton was the defensive coordinator at Wyoming from 2017-2018 and oversaw massive improvements in the Cowboy defense. In 2015 and 2016 Wyoming ranked 101st and 102nd in points per game allowed respectively and ranked 119th and 116th in defensive SP+. In Hazelton’s two seasons Wyoming ranked 9th and 29th in points per game allowed and 36th and 42st in defensive SP+.

Prior to Wyoming Hazelton was an assistant linebackers coach with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was the defensive coordinator for Nevada in 2013, the linebackers coach at USC in 2012 and was the defensive coordinator for North Dakota State from 2010-2011 and won an FCS national championship in 2011.

If the hire eventually is finalized Hazelton with be the tenth and final on-field assistant on Mel Tucker’s staff. You can read a roundup of all of his hires here.