Siriki Diabate will coach the MTSU new linebackers as announced by head coach Rick Stockstill on Thursday.
Diabate, who takes over for David Bibee, makes his way to Murfreesboro after a brief stint at Notre Dame and two full years on the staff at Colgate.
"I am excited to have Siriki join our staff," Stockstill said. "He will be a great example and leader of our linebackers. I love his energy, enthusiasm and passion he possesses for the game of football. He played for Coach (Scott) Shafer, so he comes in with a great understanding of our defense which was critical considering how close we are to our report date.