“I have a lot of respect for him as a person, leader and mentor,” Penguins head coach Doug Phillips said. During his time with the Lakers, Riemedio worked his way up the defensive coaching staff. During his time as head coach, Riemedio also helped guide the Lakers through a transition from Division II to the FCS. In comparison, YSU ranked 80th in the FCS in total defense, 93rd in scoring defense and 112th in pass defense in 2025. “(There will be) competition and finding the best position to put those guys in to be able to play great defensive football, because I do believe we have great defensive players.