Why Root for the San Jose State Spartans?

Niumatalolo Era Ends at Navy

Ken Niumatalolo was fired as the head coach at Navy in December 2022 after leading the program from 2007 through 2022.

Niumatalolo has had tremendous success as the head coach at Navy. Since taking over the job in 2007, Niumatalolo has:

• Led Navy to 11 bowl games
• Won 10 or more games seven times
• Beat Army eight times
• Earned two Commander-in-Chief's Trophies

Mendenhall's Vision for San Jose State

Whatever it was, Bronco Mendenhall found a clear vision of who he is after the former BYU and Virginia head coach stepped away from college football.

Mendenhall has always been known as a defensive-minded coach, but he has also shown a willingness to adapt his style to fit the talent he has.

Busting the Myth

Let's start by busting one of the myths that just won't seem to go away: The idea that Bronco Mendenhall was somehow forced out of BYU.

That's simply not true. Mendenhall resigned from BYU after the 2021 season, and he did so of his own volition.