The Jacksonville Jaguars have officially announced the 10 coaches who will fill the vacant positions.
New defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen sits atop the list filling in the defensive coordinator position. On top of that, another six defensive positions and three offensive positions were filled.
When looking for his staff, Nielsen was keen on not just finding good coaches, but great teachers.
"I’m excited about the guys. I’ve worked with some of them, haven’t worked with others. Coached a few, so it’s a great group of guys that I’ve been very close to. I know that first and foremost, good men. Secondly, really good teachers of the game. When you put those two things together, they’re eager and excited. We see a lot of similarities," said Nielsen. "I personally am very excited about the group of men we’re working with and getting our players and starting this thing. The best time is on the grass with the players and so you can only be so excited. I’d go out there right now if I could. But really excited about that process and can’t wait for that to get going."
More on each new member of the Jaguars coaching staff below:
Ryan Nielsen, a native of Simi Valley, Calif., embarks on his first season as the Jaguars' defensive coordinator, bringing with him eight years of NFL coaching experience. Previously, Nielsen held the role of defensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons in 2023, where he significantly boosted the team's defensive performance, notably doubling their sack total from the previous season. Prior to his stint with the Falcons, Nielsen served as co-defensive coordinator for the New Orleans Saints, contributing to their consistent defensive success over six seasons. He began his coaching journey as a volunteer assistant at the University of Southern California, where he also excelled as a player, starting 30 games at defensive tackle.
Kris Richard joins the Jaguars as the defensive backs coach, bringing over 17 years of NFL experience as both a coach and player. His most recent role was as co-defensive coordinator and secondary coach for the New Orleans Saints in 2022, where the team ranked fifth in total defense. A former third-round pick by the Seattle Seahawks, Richard played cornerback for the Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers before transitioning to coaching.
Matt House, the new inside linebackers coach for Jacksonville, arrives with a wealth of experience, including a successful tenure as the defensive coordinator/linebackers coach at LSU. During his time with the Tigers, House helped lead the team to SEC-leading total tackle numbers in 2023. Prior to LSU, he contributed to the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl LIV victory as their linebackers coach. House also coached at the University of Kentucky, where he mentored standout linebacker Josh Allen to numerous accolades.
Cory Robinson assumes the role of defensive assistant/cornerbacks coach for the Jaguars after serving as a defensive analyst at the University of Tennessee. With previous experience as the assistant defensive backs coach for the New Orleans Saints, Robinson played a key role in shaping one of the NFL's top passing defenses. His coaching contributed to the Saints' consistent presence in the top-10 defensive rankings during his tenure.
Jeremy Garrett brings over a decade of coaching experience to his role as defensive line coach for the Jaguars. With previous stints at Auburn and Liberty University, Garrett has a track record of developing productive defensive fronts. As a former player under Ryan Nielsen's coaching at Ole Miss, Garrett brings an understanding of defensive line play to Jacksonville.
Mike Gray joins the Jaguars as assistant secondary coach/defensive analyst following his tenure with the Atlanta Falcons. Gray's previous experience as co-special teams coordinator/linebackers coach at Gardner-Webb University showcases his versatility as a coach. He's a former collegiate player at Mercer University.
Mario Jeberaeel transitions to the Jaguars as assistant outside linebackers coach after serving in various coaching roles, including with the Atlanta Falcons. With collegiate coaching experience at multiple universities and a stint with the Green Bay Packers, Jeberaeel brings a diverse perspective to Jacksonville.
Jerry Mack, with 20 years of collegiate coaching experience, steps into his first NFL role as the Jaguars' running backs coach. Mack's recent success at the University of Tennessee, where he helped lead the team to the top rushing offense in the SEC, underscores his expertise in player development and offensive strategy.
Greg Austin, now the assistant offensive line coach for the Jaguars, earned a promotion after serving as an offensive quality control coach in the previous season. His experience as the offensive line/run game coordinator at Florida International University and coaching roles at Nebraska and UCF demonstrate his commitment to offensive line development.
Jamel Mutunga joins the Jaguars as an offensive quality control coach, bringing with him experience from the Carolina Panthers and Indianapolis Colts. His previous roles at Rutgers University and NFL internships reflect his dedication to coaching and player development.