Utah State Brings Back Gary Andersen as Head Football Coach

Gary Andersen is returning to Utah State as the Aggies' head football coach, University Vice President and Director of Athletics John Hartwell announced on Sunday.

Andersen, who also coached the Aggies for four seasons from 2009–012, makes his return to Utah State after a 7–23 coaching record in his two-plus seasons with Oregon State.

"We welcome Gary and Stacey and their family back to the Utah State family," Hartwell said. "His care-factor for his players, coupled with his recruiting philosophy and plan to win, are keys to the continued success of Aggie football. His knowledge of the state of Utah and our program are unparalleled and we feel those attributes will greatly aid in the…