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Danny Verpaele Returns to USF Football; Bradden, Creamer and Rowe Complete Primary Defensive Staff

Former Bulls defensive back returns to coach safeties;
Terry Bradden comes from Nebraska to coach the defensive line;
Previous staff members Creamer and Rowe will join Hartline's first staff

TAMPA, FLA., DEC. 19, 2025 – South Florida Football Head Coach Brian Hartline has announced four defensive staff members, including former Bulls defensive back Danny Verpaele, that will complete the Bulls' primary defensive staff under defensive coordinator Josh Aldridge.

Verpaele, who played safety for the Bulls from 2004-08, will coach the South Florida safeties and comes to USF after three seasons in the same role at Army.