BROOKINGS, S.D. (AP) — Former South Dakota State player and assistant Dan Jackson has been hired as the Jackrabbits’ new head coach, the school announced Tuesday night. Jackson takes over for Jimmy Rogers, who left for Washington State after leading the Jackrabbits to the Football Championship Subdivision semifinals.

In a New Year's Eve announcement, South Dakota State University has named a new head football coach for the Jackrabbits. And it's a familiar name.

New Mexico defensive coordinator Dan Jackson is expected to return to his alma mater South Dakota State as head coach, sources tell FootballScoop.