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Blake Anderson Promoted to Lead Southern Miss Football

12/12/2025

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Blake Anderson has been promoted to head coach of the Southern Miss football team after Charles Huff's departure to Memphis.
Anderson, previously the offensive coordinator, was named interim head coach before his promotion.
Athletic director Jeremy McClain highlighted Anderson's experience, including a 74-54 record at Arkansas State and Utah State, with nine bowl game appearances.
Anderson aims to sustain the program's momentum, which improved from a 1-11 record to 7-5 this season.
The Golden Eagles will compete against Western Kentucky in the New Orleans Bowl on December 23.

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Blake Anderson has been promoted to head coach of the Southern Miss football team after Charles Huff's departure to Memphis.
Anderson, previously the offensive coordinator, was named interim head coach before his promotion.
Athletic director Jeremy McClain highlighted Anderson's experience, including a 74-54 record at Arkansas State and Utah State, with nine bowl game appearances.
Anderson aims to sustain the program's momentum, which improved from a 1-11 record to 7-5 this season.
The Golden Eagles will compete against Western Kentucky in the New Orleans Bowl on December 23.