The Daily Illini: Lovie Smith hires two former NFL coaches as assistants
Illinois football coach Lovie Smith added two former NFL coaches to his coaching staff Monday.
Hardy Nickerson and Andrew Hayes-Stoker were named defensive coordinator and wide recievers coach, respectively. Both coaches served under Smith during his tenure with the Chicago Bears, and Nickerson worked under Smith in Tampa Bay in 2014-2015.
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“Andrew Hayes-Stoker is one of the brightest young coaches in the game,†Smith said. “Since joining our staff with the Bears, I’ve seen him continue to learn the game and develop as a teacher. I know he’ll be outstanding in coaching our receivers and as a recruiter.†…
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