SEC announces hiring of David Cutcliffe to new role in league office

David Cutcliffe is returning to the SEC, but in an entirely different role. On Thursday, the Southeastern Conference announced the former Duke and Ole Miss head coach is taking a position as the Special Assistant to the Commissioner for Football Relations.

“David Cutcliffe, a 40-year veteran of the football coaching profession, has been named Special Assistant to the Commissioner for Football Relations by the Southeastern Conference,” wrote the conference. “Cutcliffe is a former National Coach of the Year and three-time Conference Coach of the Year.

“As Special Assistant to the Commissioner for Football Relations, Cutcliffe will provide guidance to the SEC Commissioner’s office for the purpose of enhancing the overall quality of football competition in the SEC in areas including game management, communications, playing rules, national policies and scheduling best practices.”

Moreover, SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey spoke about how much respect he has for Cutcliffe, and what he’ll bring to the position.

“David Cutcliffe has earned tremendous respect across the college football community and he adds to the SEC office a valuable depth of knowledge and expertise in the game,” stated Sankey. “David will add a new perspective to Conference football operations that will benefit our universities and their student-athletes as we look to the future.”

Finally, David Cutcliffe stated he thrilled to return to the SEC, and he’s looking forward to his new title.

“I am thrilled to return to the Southeastern Conference where I have spent much of my life,” said Cutcliffe. “It is rewarding to be joining an amazing team at the SEC Office led by Commissioner Sankey and his staff. I look forward to working with the coaches and administrators across the league to continue to further advance football in the SEC.”