Tim Plough has turned UC Davis into a top-tier FCS contender
Plough is a high-upside fit for a program that wants explosive offense and proven results: in his first two seasons as UC Davis head coach, the Aggies went 20-7, reached back-to-back FCS quarterfinals, and finished 2025 with the nation’s 10th-best offense and 12th-best passing attack. His edge is résumé plus identity—an offensive coach who has already shown he can build a fast, aggressive unit while also bringing local ties, energy, and buy-in. The main caution is durability and pressure handling: injuries shortened his own playing career, but his coaching track record says he’s resilient and productive.
