Dec 18, 2021; Inglewood, CA, USA; Utah State Aggies head coach Blake Anderson reacts after the 2021 LA Bowl against the Oregon State Beavers at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Utah State football coach Blake Anderson has been placed on administrative leave, ESPN reported Tuesday.
No details were given, but sources told ESPN that Anderson is not expected to return to the Aggies.
Anderson, 55, was heading into his fourth season at Utah State. He has compiled a 23-17 record, including a second consecutive 6-7 campaign in 2023.
The Aggies finished 11-3 during his first season with the Mountain West program in 2021 and won the LA Bowl, finishing the year at No. 24 in the Associated Press Top 25.
Anderson is 74-54 overall including seven seasons at Arkansas State from 2014-20.
Utah State football coach Blake Anderson has been a prominent figure in college football for many years. However, his recent placement on administrative leave has raised questions about his future with the Aggies. Anderson, who was heading into his fourth season at Utah State, has had a successful tenure with the program, compiling a 23-17 record.
During his first season with the Aggies in 2021, Anderson led the team to an impressive 11-3 record and a victory in the LA Bowl. The team finished the year ranked No. 24 in the Associated Press Top 25, showcasing Anderson’s ability to lead a successful program.
Despite his success at Utah State, Anderson’s future with the team is now uncertain. Sources have indicated that he is not expected to return to the Aggies, leaving fans and players alike wondering what the future holds for the program.
Anderson’s overall coaching record of 74-54, including his time at Arkansas State, demonstrates his ability to lead a team to success. However, his sudden departure from Utah State has left many wondering what led to his placement on administrative leave.
As the situation continues to unfold, fans will be eagerly awaiting further updates on Anderson’s future with the Aggies and the impact it will have on the program moving forward.