Who is Michigan's new defensive coordinator?

Jay Hill has been named the new defensive coordinator for the Michigan Wolverines.

What was Jay Hill's record at BYU?

At BYU, Hill coordinated defenses that improved significantly, ranking highly in points allowed and interceptions.

What is Jay Hill's coaching history before Michigan?

Jay Hill was the head coach at Weber State for nine seasons and previously coached at Utah.

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Michigan Hires BYU Defensive Guru Jay Hill

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Summary

Jay Hill named Michigan's new defensive coordinator.
Hill previously coordinated BYU's top-ranked defense.
He brings extensive coaching experience from BYU and Weber State.

Michigan Hires BYU Defensive Guru Jay Hill

Michigan has secured Jay Hill to lead its defense as the new defensive coordinator. Hill joins the Wolverines after a successful period at BYU, where he served as defensive coordinator and associate head coach. During his time with the Cougars, Hill's defensive units showed remarkable improvement, significantly lowering opponent points per game and leading the nation in interceptions in 2024.

Prior to his role at BYU, Hill made a significant impact as the head coach at Weber State for nine seasons. He guided the Wildcats to four Big Sky Conference championships and a 68-39 overall record. Hill also has a long-standing relationship with coaching staff, having previously worked under and with Kyle Whittingham at Utah.

Hill replaces Wink Martindale, concluding a five-season stretch of Ravens-style defensive systems. His appointment signals a renewed focus on defensive strength for Michigan, aiming to build upon a legacy of strong defensive play. Hill's final game with BYU saw the Cougars pitch a second-half shutout to secure a bowl victory.