Scott Frost, former head coach of the University of Central Florida Knights and the Nebraska Cornhuskers, has been out of coaching since his departure from Nebraska early in the 2022 season. Despite not having a coaching job, Frost is eager to get back into coaching and is grateful for the extra time he has had to spend with his family. He has won multiple coaching awards, including the 2017 AP College Football Coach of the Year and the Paul “Bear” Bryant Coach of the Year Award, and led the Knights to an undefeated season in 2017 before returning to Nebraska in 2018.
Since Frost’s departure from Nebraska, over 50 schools have replaced their head coaches, including Nebraska, which is now coached by Matt Rhule. Despite drawing some interest from universities, Frost has not been hired by any school. Frost has also expressed interest in NFL coaching opportunities and remains open to exploring that path. He has had a long and successful career in football, progressing from a player to a head coach, and is eager to continue making a positive impact in the sport.
Frost is looking forward to the future and is focused on moving on from past mistakes without publicly criticizing his former program. He values being in the arena and has a deep love for college football and the impact it can have on young athletes. He acknowledges the changes that have occurred in college football since his time coaching, including the introduction of name, image, and likeness (NIL) policies and the transfer portal. The job of a college football coach has evolved to a year-round commitment that includes scouting, recruiting, and fundraising for NIL opportunities.
Despite the challenges and changes in the coaching landscape, Frost remains passionate about coaching and the transformative effect it can have on young athletes. He values the opportunity to help shape young men into mature individuals and appreciates the role he has played in their development. While he may not know what the future holds, Frost is optimistic about the possibilities that lie ahead and is eager to find a new coaching opportunity that will allow him to continue making a positive impact in the world of football.
