Wheatley also was the head coach at Morgan State from 2019-21. Former Michigan running back Tyrone Wheatley has landed another head coaching job. Middle Row (from left):Darian Barrientos-Jackson, DB, Omaha Central;James Anderson, OL, Omaha Burke;Andy Janovich, LB, Gretna;Drew Farlee, K, Norfolk Catholic;Mike Minter Jr., DB, Lincoln North Star;Sam Cotton, DL, Lincoln Southeast;Devin Washington, RB, Lincoln Southeast;Sam Foltz, DB, Grand Island;Jeremy Callahan, P, Lexington;Robbie Lafour, OL, Lincoln Southeast;Jake Schany, LB, Blair;Jordan Nelson, RB, Omaha Burke;Ryker Fyfe, QB, Grand Island. Winters, 64, came to Wayne State from Akron, where he had risen the ranks to offensive coordinator and was a nominee for the Broyles Award, given to the top assistant coach in the nation. Participating in activities that enhance personal and professional growth and renewal. Running backs coach Tyrone Wheatley looks on from the bench area during a preseason NFL game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High on August 27, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. Wayne State has had six players drafted in the NFL. He made brief coaching stops at Eastern Michigan, Syracuse, Morgan State, and Michigan while also coaching with the Buffalo Bills, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Denver Broncos at the pro level. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Like the burr oaks at Mahoney State Park that were the backdrop for this photo, the 2017 All-Nebraska football team branched out with players from the Wyoming state line to the Missouri River. The Warriors went 1-9 this season, 0-6 in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, and lost their final eight games. Wheatley, 51, compiled a 5-18 record, 3-10 in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, over two seasons at Morgan State the Bears did not play in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Football Coaches Head Football Coach: Logan Masters Football Coordinator - Defensive: Scott McLaughlin Football Coordinator - Offensive: Collin Prosser Assistant Football Coach - Special Teams: Neil Novak Football Coaching Assistant Tanner Krueger Football Coaching Assistant Darius Jiggetts Football Coaching Assistant Logan Levy Both Joe Long (offense) and Jeremy Jones (defense) were named 2011 first team All-Americans. ", WELCOME COACH.Warrior fans, please give it up for the 20th head coach in #WarriorFB history, Tyrone Wheatley!FULL RELEASEhttps://t.co/02axLT4PB3#ThisIsOurDetroit pic.twitter.com/5eAkzcNp8f, WSU Athletics (@waynestwarriors) January 26, 2023. The 2014 All-Nebraska football team posted on the steps of the Joslyn Art Museum. The previous Wayne State head football coach, Paul Winters, made $273,360 plus retirement-fund contributions in the last season of a two-year extension he signed in 2019. This award is given to the All-Around best player in Division II football. The WSU football team had multiple venues during its early years, including Goldberg Field, University of Detroit Stadium and Keyworth Stadium. The 2016 All-Nebraska football team "earned their wings" at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum. Standing, from left: Omaha Westside's Tristan Alvano, Aurora's Gage Griffith, Elkhorn South's Maverick Noonan, Omaha North's Keshaun Williams, Papillion-La Vista's Will Hubert, Gretna's Mick Huber, Omaha Burke's Devon Jackson, Bennington's Dylan Mostek, Gretna's Zane Flores, Bellevue West's LJ Richardson, Columbus's Ernest Hausmann, Bellevue West's Henry Rickels, Gretna's Mason Goldman, Omaha Central's Deshawn Woods, Bellevue West's Kaden Helms, Pierce's Ben Brahmer, Waverly's Trevor Brown, Omaha Creighton Prep's Sam Sledge. Wheatley has been coaching football since 2007, when he became the head coach of Robichaud High School, where he played. Football Coaching Assistant Tanner Krueger No matter where I have been, I've always tried to recruit the state of Michigan and the city of Detroit. From top left: Grentas Zane Flores (honorary captain), Lincoln Southeasts Gunnar Gottula, Omaha Centrals Caleb Pyfrom, Gretnas Mason Goldman, Millard Souths Lance Rucker, Gretnas Korver Demma, Grand Island Northwests Victor Isele, Elkhorn Souths Maverick Noonan, Omaha Westsides Curt Cubrich, Grand Islands Jace Chrisman, Omaha Westsides Tristan Alvano and Omaha Creighton Preps Sam Sledge. Winters is out after the Warriors finished the 2022 season 1-9, a fourth losing record in five seasons for a program that once was considered a regional powerhouse, and occasionally a national contender. Job Summary: To assist the Head Football Coach in the administration and operation of the football program. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Wheatley was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame in 2013. A 2013 Michigan Sports Hall of Fame inductee, Wheatley was selected by the New York Giants in the first round of the 1995 NFL Draft. Ive coached a lot of great players, former Michigan running backs coach Fred Jackson said. In 2006, David Chudzinski was first team All-American for the offensive side of the ball. His ability to mentor men, develop talent, and recruit will elevate our football program. Wayne State introduced Tyrone Wheatley as its new head football coach on Thursday. Wayne State football will have a new head coach next season for the first time in two decades. 34; Omaha Norths Michael Decker, No. He received his Bachelor of Science, master's and law degree from University of Akron. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Front row, Matt Berry of McCook, Braden Taylor of Grand Island, Vinny Molina of Kearney, Kohlman Adema-Schulte of Millard West, Bryant Giles of Omaha North, Michael Burrus of Papillion-LaVista South, Ronald Coleman of North, Tyler Seals of Bellevue West and Greg Hardin of Bellevue West. Wheatley has 16 years of coaching experience, including serving as Morgan State head coach from 2019-21 and spent the 2022 season as running backs coach for the Denver Broncos. 78; Omaha Norths Calvin Strong, No. Wheatley, a native of Inkster, played at Robichaud High School in Dearborn Heights before a four-year college career at Michigan. Paul Winters is no longer coach after 19 years, Wayne State senior associate athletics. 75; Sewards Adam Holtorf, No. Wayne State College Director of Athletics Mike Powicki said the search for McLaughlin's replacement will begin immediately. I am looking forward to coming home, as they always say there is no place like home. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. He has been a running backs coach at each of his other stops. DETROIT - Wayne State University Interim Director of Athletics Erika Wallace has selected Tyrone Wheatley as the next football head coach for the Warriors. Wheatley, who starred at Dearborn Heights Robichaud and the University of Michigan, has been named the 20th head coach in Wayne State football history. With the Omaha skyline in the background, the 2011 All-Nebraska football team was "Standing Tall" at Pioneer Courage Park not far from the Omaha World-Herald building. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). 1; McCooks Bryce Lyons, No. That trophy . He left Ann Arbor with 4,187 rushing yards, 510 receiving yards, and 53 total touchdowns on his career stat sheet. At Wayne State, you can take coaching theory courses including football, basketball, track, wrestling, baseball, softball, soccer, and volleyball. Wayne State College Director of Athletics Mike Powicki has announced that Logan Masters has been promoted from Offensive Coordinator to Head Coach of the Wildcat football program. This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Wayne State football: Paul Winters no longer head coach, Wayne State football: Paul Winters no longer head coach. Football Coordinator - Offensive: Collin Prosser Wayne State football will have a new head coach next season for the first time in two decades. He was inducted into theMichigan Sports Hall of Famein 2013. Jeff Weiss, Senior Associate Director of Athletics/Media Relations, Campus Recreation/Intramurals/Club Sports, W Week (Celebration of Women's Athletics), Prospective Student-Athlete Questionnaire, top Michigan High School athlete of all-time, DeMasi Selected Associate Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator, Tom Sims Named Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Line Coach, Football Ranks Second In The GLIAC With 50 All-Academic Recipients, Football Signs 22 Student-Athletes to National Letters of Intent, Wheatley's Introductory Press Conference Is Slated For Thursday. The Wayne State Warriors football team is the college football team at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. The official Football Coach List for the Wayne State University Warriors The official Football Coach List for the Wayne State University Warriors Football Coaches - Wayne State University Athletics Skip To Main Content Pause All Rotators Skip To Main Content Wayne State University Athletics WAYNE STATE WARRIORS McLaughlin, a native of Sheridan, Montana, leaves . Wayne State (D-II - MI), who plays in the already ultra-competitive GLIAC, has one of the top coaches in Division II as one of top targets. He was always trying to put himself in a position to be a better player. Football Coordinator - Defensive: Scott McLaughlin, Football Coordinator - Offensive: Collin Prosser, Assistant Football Coach- Special Teams: Neil Novak, Football Coaching Assistant Tanner Krueger, Football Coaching Assistant Darius Jiggetts, Graduate Assistant Football Coach Kaleb Gaster. A Dearborn Heights Robichaud graduate, Wheatley, 51, began his collegiate coaching career at Ohio Northern University. This position specifically supports the mission of the University and the Department of Intercollege Athletics by assisting in institutional compliance with NCAA and Conference rules and . As Michigans running backs coach in 2015 and 2016, Wheatley helped the Wolverines go 10-3 in each of Jim Harbaughs first two seasons. Florida State is known for its tradition of producing NFL Draft Picks . After his time at Akron, he spent the next eight years coaching at the University of Toledo and then the University of Wisconsin. RT @LMasters8: Thank you to the @IFBCA for inviting our @WayneStFootball staff over to speak this morning! Winters came to Wayne State after serving as offensive coordinator/running backs coach at Akron, his alma mater, from 1995-2003. He was a standout running back at Akron in 1976-79, and is top 10 among the Zips' all-time leading rushers, accumulating 2,613 career yards. Wayne State football coaches, players receive conference awards. Two of Florida State's brightest stars in the NFL are expected to return to campus in March alongside other former players. He didnt just want to be great. [7], Last edited on 29 December 2022, at 14:33, Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, http://wsuathletics.com/documents/2012/9/6/2012_FB_MG_pages01-13.pdf?id=1136, http://wsuathletics.com/documents/2012/9/6/2012_FB_MG_pages114-126.pdf?id=1133, http://wsuathletics.com/documents/2012/9/6/2012_FB_MG_p86-99.pdf?id=1130, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wayne_State_Warriors_football&oldid=1130302002, This page was last edited on 29 December 2022, at 14:33. Half-Court Press: How costly is Creighton's two-game skid and how close is Nebraska to the NIT? The former head football coach for the Wayne State Warriors is Paul Winters. Back row from left: York's Masry Mapieu, Bellevue West's Sylvo Johnson, Lincoln East's Chris Walker, Gretna's Patrick Arnold, Bellevue West's Tyler Ciurej, Omaha Burke's Cole Frahm, Wilber-Clatonia's Riley Homolka, Norfolk's Lane McCallum, Ashland-GW's Brett Kitrell, and Beatrice's Cam Jurgens. No matter where I have been, I've always tried to recruit the state of Michigan and the city of Detroit. Tyrone Wheatley, a multi-sport standout at Dearborn Heights Robichaud and Michigan Wolverines, has been named the new Wayne State football head coach, the university announced Thursday morning. Campus Recreation/Intramurals/Club Sports, W Week (Celebration of Women's Athletics), Prospective Student-Athlete Questionnaire, Linebackers Coach & Special Teams Coordinator, Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Backs Coach, Graduate Assistant Coach (Defensive Backs), Assistant Athletic Trainer (Head Football), Assistant Athletic Trainer (Assistant Football). Despite the change in head coach from Frank Reich to Shane Steichen, former elite wide receiver Reggie Wayne will remain as the Colts' wide receivers coach in 2023, according to a tweet from Wayne's account. After barely making the Division II Playoffs in 2011, the Warriors made it all the way to the national championship game before losing to the Pittsburg State Gorillas of Kansas. "I am beyond excited to welcome Coach Wheatley and his family to the. No challenge was too steep for the "Rock Solid" 2006 All-Nebraska football team, who posed in front of a climbing wall at Dick's Sporting Goods. 6:30 Detroit Change continues to come to the Wayne State athletic department. The difference was Tyrone was always searching for ways to get better on the football field, and off the field, as well. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Second row, from left: D.J. 2; Blairs Vance Janssen; Bellevue Wests CJ Johnson; Boone Central/Newman Groves Wyatt Mazour; Omaha Centrals Xavier Graham, No. "Throughout the interview process, Mrs. Wallace showed that Wayne State was well prepared and very detailed in what they wanted in the football program and the direction of the athletic department. 1/26/2023 10:00:00 AM Derick is the Lead Digital Editor for ClickOnDetroit and has been with Local 4 News since April 2013. "First of all I would like to thank Wayne State University, President M. Roy Wilson and athletic director Erika Wallace for the opportunity to lead a great university and its football team," Wheatley said in a statement. Back rows, starting from left: Papillion-La Vista Souths Jeremy Kowalski, No. Wheatley spent time with the Giants, Miami Dolphins and Oakland Raiders, ending his NFL career in 2004 with nearly 5,000 rushing yards and 47 total touchdowns. 22. You'll learn how to set up training and appropriate practice sessions, how to be a positive role model, and how to motivate your team. Bottom Row (from left):Tay Bender, RB, Lincoln Southwest;Isaac Aakre, RB, Millard North;Landon Arnold, OL, Millard North;Andrew Coppa, DL, Omaha Burke;Trey Foster, DL, Lincoln Southeast;Bo Liekhus, DB, Bellevue West. All Wayne State games are broadcast on WDTK radio. / CBS Detroit. Im looking forward to watching his leadership as he guides our Warrior student-athletes into a new era.. Front row: Omaha Gross Sal Nacarelli, Bellevue Wests Isaiah McMorris, Omaha Norths TeShaun Porter, Elkhorn Souths Cole Ballard, Pierces Ben Brahmer (honorary captain), Bellevue Wests Daniel Kaelin, Grand Islands Colton Marsh, Omaha Westsides Caleb Benning, North Plattes Kolten Tilford, Millard Souths Brock Murtaugh, Omaha Creighton Preps Marty Brown and Omaha Westsides Jaylen Lloyd. The Wayne State Warriors have competed in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference since 1999 (and previously from 1975 to 1989), and are currently a Division II member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Winters has been coaching in college football for 41 years, since 1982. Third row, from left: Joseph Krause, Seward; Ethan Piper, Norfolk Catholic; Nick Henrich, Omaha Burke; Garrett Nelson, Scottsbluff; Chris Hickman, Omaha Burke. One of the finest athletes to ever come out of the state of Michigan is returning home. Copyright 2023 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. The first long-term location for the football team was Tartar Field, followed by Tom Adams Field in Wayne State Stadium. A tragic shooting and murder of a WSU player, Cortez Smith, inspired the team for success. (WXYZ) Wayne State has hired former Michigan running back Tyrone Wheatley as its new head football coach. Middle row from left: Kearney's Noah Urbanek, Bellevue West's Jaylin Bradley, Omaha North's Kendrick Parker, Omaha North's Milton Sargbah, Elkhorn South's Moses Bryant, Omaha Skutt's Christian Banker, and Creighton Prep's AJ Hubner. Winters is a three-time GLIAC Coach of the Year (2006, 2008 and 2019). They also discuss Nebraska's s, The day that coach Jim Flanery told Carly Bachelor she wouldnt be a starter this season, he did so in a way he hoped made sense.And Bachelor . He previously spent time coaching at Wisconsin, Toledo and Akron, starting as a graduate assistant in 1982. The Head Men's Soccer Coach is expected to demonstrate a commitment to learning and growth by: Fulfill the Code of Ethics of the University and the profession. Jones (back row), Millard North's Jeff Tarpinian, Kearney's Tony Green, Lincoln Southwest's Ben Martin, Bellevue West's Jeff Martin, Lincoln Southwest's Ollie Sloup, Papillion-LaVista's Kyle Dooley and McCook's Josh Cherry. DENVER, COLORADO - AUGUST 27: Running backs coach Tyrone Wheatley loooks on from the bench area during a preseason NFL game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High on August 27, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. 9; Grand Islands Pierce Almond, No. [2], The assistant coaches include Scott Wooster (head of Offensive line), Chris Calley (Wide Receivers Coach). Leon Eggleston was First Team All American in 2019.[6]. He takes over for John McMenamin, who resigned February 3 to become wide receivers coach at Tulane University. Jeanna Trotman reports from Detroit. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. He started his collegiate football career as the running back for the University of Akron. B Rich Bisaccia C Pete Chapman Gwynn Christensen D Fred G. Dale E Matt Entz F Scott Frear H Kevin Haslam (American football coach) J Mickey Joseph K Bob Kahler L Marvin Lewellyn S WSU interim athletic director Erika Wallace made the announcement on Thursday. The cover read: "A Step Ahead: The 24 members of the All-Nebraska football team towered over foes.". First of all, I would like to thank Wayne State University, President M. Roy Wilson and Athletic Director Erika Wallace for the opportunity to lead a great university and its football team, Wheatley said. Wayne State introduced Tyrone Wheatley as its new head football coach on Thursday. Stu Pospisil previews and predicts all the Nebraska state football championship games. Standing, left to right, Omaha Westside's Cade Haberman, Lincoln Southeast's Isaac Gifford, Waverly's Trevor Brown, Omaha Westside's Cole Payton, Scottsbluff's Sabastian Harsh, Bellevue West's Thomas Ault, Omaha Westside's Avante Dickerson, Millard South's Kohl Herbolsheimer, Bellevue West's Zavier Betts, Millard West's Dalys Beanum, Lincoln Southeast's Xavier Trevino, Bellevue West's Jay Ducker, Millard West's Dane Christensen, Omaha Westside's Grant Tagge, Elkhorn South's Teddy Prochazka. Paul Winters, head football coach for 19 years who led the Warriors to the 2011 Division II national championship game, has parted ways with the university, a school spokesman confirmed Friday morning. I'm looking forward to watching his leadership as he guides our Warrior student-athletes into a new era.". Glenn Davis joined the Wayne State Football Coaching staff in February of 2023 as linebackers coach under first-year head coach Tyrone Wheatley. Last November, longtime men's basketball coach David Greer resigned suddenly. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Submit a Public Notice for Omaha World-Herald, ILLUSTRATION BY MATT HANEY/THE WORLD-HERALD, PHOTOS BY JEFF BEIERMANN/THE WORLD-HERALD, Nebraska women make big jump in NET rankings as Creighton teams set in Top 20, Creighton downs 19 3-pointers in blowout Senior Night win over Georgetown, Creighton sends seniors off in style with trouncing of Butler. First published on January 26, 2023 / 2:09 PM. Tyrone Wheatley, a multi-sport standout at Dearborn Heights Robichaud and Michigan Wolverines, has been named the new Wayne State football head coach, the university announced Thursday morning. He was always chasing greatness. The former head football coach for the Wayne State Warriors is Paul Winters. Wayne State had seven winning seasons in nine years from 2008-16. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. It was the first year that the football program had ever made it to the playoffs in their entire history. Bell went on to play six seasons in the NFL, parts of five with the Detroit Lions. Paul Winters is no longer coach after 19 years, Wayne State senior associate athletics. No reason was given for his departure. They went 2-9 in 2021. The Nebraska womens basketball team has made a major move up the NET rankings while Creightons men and women both sit in the nations Top 20. Last month, longtime Wayne State athletic director Rob Fournier announced his retirement, shortly after he was placed on administrative leave for unknown reasons. He will become the 20th head coach in program history, which enters its 106th year and 105th playing season (due to COVID in 2020). There was "nothing pedestrian" about the 2008 All-Nebraska football team, which posed in front of the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge. 5; Omaha Norths Jason Martin; Grand Island Central Catholics Youhanna Ghaifan; Millard Norths Adrrell Taylor, No. Six Wildcats were named to the NSIC first team. "I am beyond excited to welcome Coach Wheatley and his . The Wayne State football team played their first game in October 1918. I am looking forward to coming home, as they always say there is no place like home. [4], The Warriors have had five All-American players in their history. You can cancel at any time. Football Coaching Assistant Logan Levy He then returned to Akron as the Running Backs Coach and Offensive Coordinator before coming to Wayne State. His ability to mentor men, develop talent, and recruit will elevate our football program. Wayne State College head football coach Dan McLaughlin announced late Thursday afternoon that he is retiring after 15 years on the Wildcat sidelines. Wayne State University Coaches The sports at Wayne State are led by 16 head coaches, 8 of whom coach male teams and 8 of whom spearhead women's teams. He previously has been running backs coach at Ohio Northern(2008), Eastern Michigan(2009), Syracuse(2010-12), the Buffalo Bills(2013-14), Michigan under Jim Harbaugh (2015-16) and the Jacksonville Jaguars(2017-18). The 1992 Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year, Wheatley rushed for 4,187 yards and amassed 53 total touchdowns as a Wolverine. Football Coordinator - Defensive: Scott McLaughlin The group includes Jerika Bakenhus of Lincoln, Camryn Clevenger from Viola, Kansas, Meghan Cunningham of Elkhorn, Jaslynn Dagel from Iowa Falls, Iowa, Callie . He started his collegiate football career as the running back for the University of Akron. 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Other coaching stints included stops at Eastern Michigan, Syracuse, the Buffalo Bills, Michigan and the Jacksonville Jaguars. The university made the announcement. Two years earlier, Wayne State running back and NFL-bound Joique Bell won the Harlon Hill, the Division II equivalent of the Heisman Trophy. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Jeanna Trotman reports from Detroit. He . The Warriors made the postseason for the first time in program history and went a school-record 12-4, and Winters was named Division II national coach of the year by the American Football Coaches Association. Before coming to WSU, he was a part of the commissioner's staff for the Mid-American Conference. 12; Omaha Centrals Tre Sanders, No. Joique Bell was another offensive player named 2009 first team All-American; he was also given the Harlon Hill Trophy in the same year. Wayne State plays their home games at Tom Adams Field at Wayne State Stadium. 55; Elkhorn Souths Brett Stinson; Grand Islands Kevin Cahoy, No. I am beyond excited to welcome Coach Wheatley and his family to the Wayne State community, Wayne State Interim Athletic Director Erika Wallace said. The mascot for the Warriors, W, debuted in 2005. That group includes quarterback Nick Bohn, a Bennington grad who has thrown for 2,117 yards and 18 TDs and rushed for 716 yards and seven TDs, receiver Mason Lee, who has 31 catches, kicker Alex Powders, linebacker Alex Kowalczyk and defensive back J'Von France. Former Michigan running back Tyrone Wheatley has landed another head coaching job. DETROIT - Wayne State University Interim Director of Athletics Erika Wallace has selected Tyrone Wheatley as the next football head coach for the Warriors. Wayne State University announced Thursday the hiring of the ex-Wolverines standout . If you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566. Long was also awarded the Gene Upshaw Award in 2011. "This made me really excited about the job. 2023 The Detroit News, a Digital First Media Newspaper. 21; and Omaha Norths Markell Vaughn, No. In 2013, the All-Nebraska football and volleyball teams came together for a photo shoot, and the cover was designed to look like a Facebook page with the teams taking one big selfie. DETROIT Wayne State University has hired former Michigan star Tyrone Wheatley to become its new head football coach. Tyrone Wheatley, a multi-sport standout at Dearborn Heights Robichaud and Michigan Wolverines, has been named the new Wayne State football head coach, the university announced Thursday morning. Front row:Andy Bayne, Millard North;Trey Carr, Omaha Burke;Calvin Strong, Omaha North;Skyler Monaghan, Millard West;Devin Washington, Lincoln Southeast;RJ Urzendowski, Creighton Prep. With a coaching degree endorsement, you'll open the door to . A 16-year coaching veteran, including five years in the NFL, Wheatley most recently served as the running backs coach for the Denver Broncos this season, and has previous head coaching experience at Morgan State (2019-21). A native of Inkster, he was the 17th overall pick in the 1995 NFL draft by the New York Giants, and played 10 seasons in the NFL at running back with the Giants and Oakland Raiders, scoring 47 touchdowns. His ability to mentor men, develop talent, and recruit will elevate our football program. He is also currently a finance committee member for the conference. Zimmerer of Omaha Gross. Top, from left, Millard North's Corey Young, Lincoln Southwest's Ian Dike, Millard North's Adam Nelson, Bellevue West's Silas Fluellen, Omaha Central's D.J. Wheatley served as the running. 27; Omaha Norths Marquise Lewis, No. He also rushed for more than 1,000 yards each of the following two seasons. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Additional essential . "Throughout the interview process, (interim athletic director Erika) Mrs. Wallace showed that Wayne State was well prepared and very detailed in what they wanted in the football program and the direction of the athletic department," Wheatley said in a released statement. Front rows, starting from left: Omaha Norths Cole Bixler, No. 64; Creighton Preps Jeremiah Stovall; and Creighton Preps Jack McLeay, No. Pages in category "Wayne State Wildcats football coaches" The following 15 pages are in this category, out of 15 total. Winters' best finish in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference was second which he did three times most recently, in 2019, when the program last had a winning record, before COVID-19 struck. Football Coaching Assistant Darius Jiggetts Ferris State has won back-to-back national titles and didn't even win the league last season. January 26, 2023 / 2:09 PM You have permission to edit this article. 2 openings available. Upon graduation he then went on to become the assistant and then onto the backfield coach. That year, it had set a program record with 12 wins. The 2009 All-Nebraska football hopped aboard this old streetcar at the Durham Museum. Great event with outstanding coaches! Sitting, left to right, Bellevue West's Jack McDonnell, Millard South's Isaiah Harris, Bellevue West's Nate Glantz, Omaha Skutt's Tyson Gordon, Grand Island's Caleb Francl, Omaha Burke's Xavier Watts, Grand Island's Broc Douglass, Bellevue West's Matt Thompson, Grand Island Central Catholic's Dietrick Stolz, Front row, from left: Sam Sims, Grand Island; Dietrick Stolz, Grand Island Central Catholic; James Burks, Omaha Burke; Dylan Sales, Omaha Burke; Shane Dailey, Bellevue West; Jarod Epperson, Omaha Skutt. I am pleased, honored and blessed to be back home and to coach at Wayne State University.". After a challenging first year coaching one of the league's youngest wide receivers rooms, Wayne will be back for a second year.
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