Nussmeier replaces his friend and former Michigan State colleague Jim McElwaine who left to become offensive coordinator at Alabama.
Bulldog's New Offensive Coordinator
2/28/2008 Fresno The Bulldogs introduced former St. Louis Rams Quarterback Coach and Michigan State Offensive Coordinator Doug Nussmeier. Their new offensive coordinator after Tom Brandstater's breakout season hill felt continuity was important in this hire