Washington State hires SDSU's Rogers as next HC

Washington State hired South Dakota State's Jimmy Rogers to be its next head coach, the team announced Saturday.

"Throughout the process, it was evident Jimmy embodies the qualities needed to lead our program: character, passion, vision and commitment," Cougars athletic director Anne McCoy said in a statement. "His coaching acumen is extremely high as is his work ethic, and the value he places on mentoring the young men in his program is evident. Jimmy will be a tremendous addition to Washington State University and the Pullman community."

Washington State had a vacancy at head coach after Jake Dickert left for the Wake Forest job.

Rogers has been South Dakota State's head coach for two seasons. He led the Jackrabbits to an FCS National Championship in his first season but suffered a semifinal loss in his second year in charge. He held a 27-3 record at the program. Rogers previously served as South Dakota State's defensive coordinator before taking the head coaching gig.