Ex-texas A&M coach Sumlin to join Arizona

Former Texas A&M coach Kevin Sumlin was hired to be Arizona’s coach and is expected to sign a five-year contract, pending board of regents approval.

Sumlin, 53, was fired in November after going 51-26 in six seasons, including 25-23 in Southeastern Conference play, and reportedly had been in the mix for numerous jobs, including at Arizonastate.

He replaces Rich Rodriguez, who was fired Jan. 2 amid sexual harassment allegations.

■ Clemson: All-america defensive end Clelin Ferrell, a redshirt sophomore widely considered a likely first-round pick if he chose to enter the 2018 NFL draft, said he will return to the Tigers next season.

■ Marshall: Quarterback Chase Litton, who threw for 3,115 yards and 25 touchdowns in 2017 and started 34 games over three years, said he will skip his senior season to enter the 2018 NFL draft.

■ Southern California: Defensive end Rasheem Green, who led the Trojans in sacks in each of the past two seasons, said he will forego his senior season to enter the 2018 NFL draft.

■ Washington State: Utah State co-defensive coordinator Kendrick Shaver is joining the Cougars’ staff in a yet-to-bedefined role, The Seattle Times reported.

■ Navy: Coach Ken

Niumatalolo, who is 84-48 in 10 seasons with the Midshipmen, turned down an offer to coach Arizona.