Known as "Fabulous Freddie" during his 11-year career, he worked for two decades with Florida's youth, mentoring them while blending football fundamentals with life lessons.
The Pittsburgh Steelers aren't ready to part ways with Hines Ward just yet. General manager Kevin Colbert said the team has had "internal discussions" on what to do with the franchise's all-time leading receiver, but no decision has been made. NFL.com reported last week the Steelers were planning to release the 35-year-old Ward.
The New York Jets have hired Karl Dunbar as their defensive line coach.
The Cincinnati Bengals have hired former New York Jets assistant Mark Carrier as their defensive backs coach. Defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer, who interviewed for head coaching jobs after the season, will return to Cincinnati.
COLLEGE HOCKEY: In Boston, Bill Arnold scored with 6.4 seconds left in the first overtime to lead Boston College to a 3-2 championship victory over Boston University in the annual Beanpot tourney.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL: Rutgers head football coach Kyle Flood has hired Boston College offensive coordinator Dave Brock to take over as the Scarlet Knights' offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach.
Flood has also hired tight ends coach Darnell Dinkins; running backs coach Ben Sirmans, quarterbacks coach Rob Spence, and offensive line coach Damian Wroblewski. Former Hofstra coach Dave Cohen was named linebackers coach; Jeremy Cole was promoted to head strength and conditioning coach; Robb Smith was promoted to defensive coordinator, and Phil Galiano was promoted to special teams coordinator.
Members of Conference USA and current and future members of the Mountain West announced that they are on their way to forming a new conference that will begin in 2013.
