Matt Drinkall

Matt Drinkall was named head coach at Central Michigan following a six-year tenure at Army West Point, where he served as offensive line coach and co-offensive coordinator under Jeff Monken. In 2024, Drinkall helped lead Army to an 11-1 record, an AAC championship, a No. 22 national ranking, and an Independence Bowl berth. Army led the nation in rushing (314.4 ypg), time of possession, and finished top-5 nationally in third down conversions. His offensive line unit was a Joe Moore Award finalist, and he was named 2024 FootballScoop Offensive Line Coach of the Year.

Drinkall played a key role in Army’s offensive transition from a flexbone to a multiple power-rushing attack, helping produce top-10 national rushing offenses in multiple seasons. He also coached tight ends and quarterbacks during his time at West Point.

Prior to Army, Drinkall was the head coach at Kansas Wesleyan, where he led the program to a 42-17 record over five seasons, including a 13-1 campaign in 2018 and a national semifinal appearance. That year, KWU averaged 54.3 points and 530.8 yards per game. He also served as OC at St. Ambrose and began his career at Western Illinois under Don Patterson.