Who is the new cornerbacks coach for Arkansas?

Eddie Hicks has been hired as the new cornerbacks coach for Arkansas.

What happened to Cincinnati's secondary in 2025?

Cincinnati's secondary struggled in 2025, allowing a high yards per attempt and completion rate.

Where did Eddie Hicks coach before Cincinnati?

Before joining Cincinnati, Eddie Hicks was the lead defensive analyst for LSU for two seasons.

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UC Cornerbacks Coach Departs for SEC Rival

16 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Eddie Hicks is leaving UC to coach cornerbacks at Arkansas.
He spent one season at Cincinnati after analyst role at LSU.
UC faces secondary challenges despite coaching change.

UC Cornerbacks Coach Departs for SEC Rival

Cincinnati is seeking a new cornerbacks coach as Eddie Hicks has accepted a position with Arkansas in the Southeastern Conference. Hicks' tenure at UC lasted one season, having been hired in January 2025. Previously, he served as the lead defensive analyst for LSU for two seasons.

The Bearcats' secondary faced significant challenges during the 2025 season, with notable statistics in yards per attempt and completion percentage. While not solely attributable to the cornerbacks, the unit bears considerable responsibility for these figures.

This coaching change occurs amidst other recent staff adjustments for UC, including the hiring of a new director of player personnel and an assistant general manager. The team is actively seeking to fill these roles swiftly, particularly with the transfer portal period underway.

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