BYU’s Jay Hill to Reportedly Join Michigan Under Kyle Whittingham
The recent announcement that BYU’s Jay Hill is reportedly joining Michigan is causing significant changes within the BYU coaching staff. According to CBS Sports reporter Matt Zenitz, Hill is set to become the Wolverines’ new defensive coordinator, reuniting him with head coach Kyle Whittingham.
Jay Hill’s Coaching Background
Hill has an impressive coaching history, spending a total of 15 seasons under Whittingham at Utah, both as a player and as a coach. His most recent tenure was at BYU, where he served as the defensive coordinator.
Success at BYU
- In just three years, Hill transformed BYU’s defense from one of the weakest units in the nation.
- Over the past two seasons, the Cougars ranked first in the Big 12 for scoring defense, averaging 19.4 points allowed per game.
- In 2024, BYU led the nation with 22 interceptions.
- In 2025, the team achieved their highest sack total (30) since 2016.
Previous Achievements
Before his role at BYU, Hill was the head coach at Weber State from 2014 to 2022. During his tenure, he compiled a record of 68 wins and 39 losses, securing four Big Sky Conference championships.
Implications of Hill’s Move
With Hill’s expected transition to Michigan, there may be ripple effects concerning current BYU players and coaching staff, as they could also make the move to Ann Arbor. This development creates an urgent need for BYU head coach Kalani Sitake to find a new defensive coordinator.
