This HBCU football offseason has been one for the history books, and now Tennessee State appears poised to secure the services of one of the best offensive coordinators in the country. Per a report by FootballScoop, North Carolina Central Matt Leone is preparing to depart the Eagles to join Reggie Barlow’s staff at Tennessee State.
“Sources tell FootballScoop that Barlow is bringing in Matt Leone as the Tigers’ new offensive coordinator on the heels of Tennessee State’s 2-10 2025 season,” John Brice wrote for FootballScoop.
Leone has been with the Eagles on Trei Oliver’s coaching staff since January 2020. In that time, he’s been the architect of some of the most prolific offenses in HBCU football. His playcalling and development with former star North Carolina Central quarterback Davis Richard led North Carolina Central to a MEAC Championship and a resounding victory in the Cricket Celebration Bowl in 2022…