US EditionAt 34, Zach Kittley Is Taking over as FAU's New Coach. It's a Tall Order
At 34, Kittley becomes the youngest major college football head coach and will also call plays, bringing a top-10 nationally ranked offense experience to FAU.
- At 34, Zach Kittley becomes the youngest head coach and first-time leader this season, serving as Florida Atlantic University's head coach and offensive play-caller, debuting Saturday at Maryland.
- Kittley's coaching path began under Kliff Kingsbury, rising from assistant roles to coordinating at Texas Tech University, and he keeps Patrick Mahomes' Chiefs jersey in his Boca Raton office.
- Scoring 36 points proved decisive for FAU Owls, who were 3-1 when reaching that mark versus 0-8 otherwise, matching the FBS teams' average in wins last season.
- Handling the dual role presents a tall order as Zach Kittley takes both head-coach and play-caller duties, but Brian White says Kittley is "special" and fits talent-rich South Florida.
- Despite not playing since high school, Zach Kittley's coaching résumé and confidence signal success at FAU, while players, including tight end Reid Mikeska, adjust to the faster offense; Kittley also has past familiarity from the 2021 Boca Bowl.
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At 34, Zach Kittley is taking over as FAU's new coach. It's a tall order
Florida Atlantic’s Zach Kittley is the youngest head coach in major college football this season. He's 34. And his 6-foot-7 frame makes him stand out as well.
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