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Former USU quarterback Matthew Sauk named head coach of Screaming Eagles

Mike Terry, Deseret News

Utah Blaze Offensive Coordinator Matthew Sauk returns to the bench after a fumble as the Blaze host the New Orleans Voodoo at Energy Solutions Arena in Salt Lake City on Saturday, July 16, 2011.

Two games into their inaugural season, the Salt Lake Screaming Eagles have a new head coach.

The team announced today that former Utah State quarterback and Utah Blaze offensive coordinator Matthew Sauk has been hired as head coach of the fan-run franchise.

"As a coach, winning is a priority. At the same time, I want to assure the fans that the decisions we make moving forward with this football organization will be made in partnership with the Screaming Eagles Virtual Front Office and the global network of fans.