Washington State hires Jimmy Rogers: What his contract says about the school’s commitment to football

Roughly 18 hours after the 2024 season concluded, Washington State found a coach for 2025 and beyond.

The Hotline won’t move as swiftly to render judgment (good or bad) on the decision to hire Jimmy Rogers.

Nothing against Rogers, but his resume is a tad thin. The 37-year-old has been a head coach for just two seasons, both at South Dakota State.

That doesn’t limit his ceiling. In recent years, numerous coaches with roots in the lower levels have thrived upon moving into the FBS...