The 1994 season was the last under his tenure in which the Purple Raiders lost more than one game. "There's a lot of people owing him for staying at Mount Union his whole career.". [6], During his time at Mount Union, he was teammates with future NFL wide receiver, Cecil Shorts III.[7]. He finished the season with 77 receptions on 118 targets for 847 yards and 6 touchdowns (including the postseason). Because Division III has no scholarships, Mount Union often began seasons with rosters of 200, including 100 freshmen. I also caught a one-handed TD in that game. Year Round Rnd Pick Team Player Position Pos; 2008 NFL Draft: 6: 205: Indianapolis Colts IND: Pierre Garcon: WR: 2011 NFL Draft: 4: 114 . On January 13, 2020, it was announced that Vince was leaving the program to take a position with the Toledo Rockets. Do you have a favorite movie, TV show or actor?Some of my favorite movies include ATL, Friday and Little Giants. He would have been successful no matter what level he would have been in.". (Photo credit goes to Steven Kachilla) Name: Wayne Ruby. Mount Union NFL/AFL Alumni; All Drafted Players; Players' Pro Stats; All Players. Randy Gregory. Kehres' teams hold several NCAA records. I worked my tail off in Florida for seven or eight weeks. If you could hang out with any football player past or present for a day who and why? Mount Union running back Josh Petruccelli is the third player in school history with at least 5,000 career rushing yards. Cannon started all 25 games for the Purple Raiders and averaged 11.0 . Height: 6-2 (188cm) Weight: 195 (88kg) Current NBA Status: Unrestricted Free Agent. In 2009, Kehres was named first vice president of the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA). The Tennessee Titans are cleaning house! The first football game played by Mount Union was on the school's baseball field on November 7, 1893 against Kenyon College. Grinch's uncle is Gary Pinkel, the former Missouri and Toledo coach. The Mount Union Purple Raiders football program represents the University of Mount Union in college football at the NCAA Division III level as members of the Ohio Athletic Conference (OAC). 2001: Adam Indorf (OL), Todd Braden (DE), 2002: Matt Campbell (DE), Chris Kern (CB), Larry Kinnard (OL), Dan Pugh (RB), 2003: Larry Kinnard (OL), Bob Bradley (OL), Shaun Spisak (LB), 2004: Shaun Spisak (LB), Johnny Josef (DE), 2005: Ross Watson (CB), Mike Gibbons (LB), Jason Lewis (OT). On March 13, 2012, Garon signed a five-year $42.5 million, $20.5 million guaranteed, contract with the Washington Redskins. Although most players hail from Division I programs, there are a handful of small school stars who made the trek from Division III football to the pros. They didn't eat in a special dining hall or get priority access to classes. Davis was a long-time NFL coach and personnel executive with the Eagles (1976-78, 1986-90), Dolphins (1979-81) and Browns (1981-86). Hes everywhere on the field and always near the ball. Awarded to the OAC's top offensive lineman. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Keep it Clean. [28], On March 9, 2017, Garon signed a five-year, $47.5 million contract with the San Francisco 49ers. Garon was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft with the 205th overall pick. He was NFL . He has been in the NFL as an assistant coach for 12 years with Kansas City, San Diego and a three-year stint (2018-20) as the offensive coordinator for the Indianapolis Colts. This past weekend, all 32 teams slimmed down their roll to just 53 players. Hes one of the hardest workers. Jacksonville Jaguars. Athletics Site of the Mount Union Purple Raiders Main Navigation Menu. He was also known for his backflip after scoring goals. });
. What I always said is we're going to grind out good days." By Steve Reed | Associated Press. Join our linker program. [5] In their first year they went 12, with their lone win coming against Salem University. He transferred to Mount Union and became an All-American defensive lineman. the removal of the suspensions will be a concession by the NFL to the Players Union in order to get this thing done. He coached Mount Union from 1986 to 2012 and now serves as the school's athletic director. Fiveof them are on teams in the AFC while six are in the NFC. 7. . Later in Week 10 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, he recorded his first reception. My girlfriend makes fried shrimp and fries that I really like. He has rarely played a full game as the Raiders are usually in rout mode by . OLB; Junior; 6-4, 235 lbs; Nebraska; . By staying, he solidified a unique legacy, which includes his coaching tree. He also played five seasons with the Washington Redskins and two seasons with the San Francisco 49ers. Campbell credits Kehres for challenging his former players to reach their coaching goals. 2. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. "It starts with how they feel about high school football around there, and then that carries over," said Capers, who grew up in Buffalo, Ohio. In Week 2 against the Minnesota Vikings, he made his NFL debut. This isn't the first time a former Mount Union player made a splash in his second year as an NFL head coach. Who or what motivates you the most?I have a passion for the game. ALLIANCE, Ohio (WJW) - The University of Mount Union in Alliance, Ohio has plenty of championship history when it comes to football. [30] He started the first eight games of the season recording 40 catches for 500 yards before suffering a neck injury. Among my favorite TV shows are All-American and Outer Banks. Height: 6'2. . Beginning with their 1992 OAC championship, the team won 24 consecutive OAC titles, with their 2015 championship being the final in the streak. So Campbell packed up and left. "When I was there, we had 150, 160 players on the team, and we had 1,300 students," said Sawvel, who played linebacker at Mount Union from 1989 to 1993. Wable was named OAC Coach of the Year in 1982 and 1985. }).render("bb96ad3fa3274bd9b3b8932a057f1f33");
* indicates a supplemental pick. The speedy wide out has big play capabilities. Ken Wable was hired as the head coach for the Purple Raiders in 1962. "They were almost player-coaches as student-athletes," Vince Kehres said. He was eighth in the NFL with 1,346 receiving yards, In 2014, had 68 catches for 752 yards with three touchdowns in 16 games, In 2015, had 72 catches for 777 yards with six touchdowns in 16 games , In 2016, had 79 catches for 1,041 yards with three touchdowns in 16 games signed contract with the San Francisco 49ers in offseason, In 2017, had 40 catches for 500 yards in eight games, In 2018, had 24 catches for 286 yards and a touchdown in eight games. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. Awarded to the OAC's most valuable defensive back. Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs, $45 million. "I was probably fearful of failing if I had left," he admitted. The team competed as an independent from 1893 until 1913, and joined the OAC in 1914. On December 11, 2018, Garon was placed on injured reserve for the second year in a row after undergoing knee surgery. Sirianni, 41, makes a concerted effort to relate to his players on and off the field. Mount Union offensive players earned nine All-American honors in Candle's two seasons running the offense. 1. Then he entered coaching. Sirianni just turned 37. Kehres probably would have won elsewhere. "Unintentionally, there's something every day that comes either out of my mouth or some type of action I learned there. As September greets us, so do the final round of NFL team cuts. . This list is according to current DIII programs and NFL rosters as of Sept.3, 2019. Despite Peyton Manning being out the entire 2011 season due to injury, Garon had his best season with the Colts. This year, 11 Division III players have made it past the final round of cuts. But Kehres, who grew up just north of campus in Diamond, Ohio, played quarterback for Mount Union, graduated in 1971 and joined the coaching staff in 1974, stayed put. Don't thumb your nose at Mount Union: the Purple Raiders are 13-time Division III national champions, with their last 'chip coming in 2017. Mount Union NFL/AFL Players; All Drafted Players; Players' Pro Stats; More Mount Union Pages. [12] Despite not playing for the entire second half of the game due to a foot injury, he finished with 109 yards on four receptions and one touchdown. Pierre Andre Garon (/pir rson/; born August 8, 1986) is a former American football wide receiver. I was one reception away from breaking the Mount Union team record. [14][15] In the Week 12 win against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving, he would score his second touchdown of the season after catching a 59-yard pass from Griffin III. Aaron Rogers, Green Bay Packers, $50.3 million. Mount Union have played their home games at Mount Union Stadium in Alliance, Ohio since 1913, which makes it the oldest college football stadium in Ohio.The Purple Raiders have claimed 13 NCAA Division III . *Does not include offensive lineman Most Popular 2023 NFL Draft Prospects Sirianni was a part of championship squads in 2000, 2001 . QB Greg Micheli was honored in 2008 with the Gagliardi Trophy, given annually to the best NCAA Division III player in the nation. In 2010, Garon had the starting spot most of the season with the exception for Week 3 and 4, where he was inactive for both games. Mount Union offensive players earned nine All-American honors in Candle's two seasons running the offense. He won a Super Bowl title as part of a 12-year stint as defensive coordinator of the Green Bay Packers. If you didnt play football, what other sport would you play?I would probably run track. "They were diving into as much film study as they could. As a senior in 2007, Garon was Ohio Athletic Conference first-team and was the recipient of the Ed Sherman Award, for the second time. He was named OAC Coach of the year three times. 2020 NFL Draft Prospect, QB out of the University of Mount Union, D'Angelo Fulford joins the show to talk about his experience quarterbacking for one of the . Login. Already . Any secret talents?I like hanging out with my friends and family. After catching a 16-yard pass from Robert Griffin III, Garon ran for an additional 72 yards and a touchdown, which gave Griffin his first career touchdown. In a game against the Cleveland Browns on October 2, 2016, Garon caught his 500th career reception. Search our extensive list of all NFL players now. Raeburn, now head coach at Savannah State, couldn't pinpoint one thing. The Mount Union Purple Raiders football program represents the University of Mount Union in college football at the NCAA Division III level as members of the Ohio Athletic Conference (OAC). "It's no different than what we do.". I was able to come back towards the end of the season, yet I feel like that might have messed up some of my recruiting. Campbell remembers Vince Kehres being dispatched to Wisconsin to learn the 4-2-5 defensive alignment. You're willing to take that job that somebody else wouldn't. ", College football's surprising new cradle of coaches. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. What would you say is your biggest achievement?Im most proud of becoming an All-American. "You'll find an answer, you'll fix it if something's wrong. They're peering through the glass at the champions like everyone else. Get a summary of the Utica College Pioneers vs. Mount Union Raiders football game. Or write about sports? All rights reserved. Mason McMillen is a dog on our defense. Mount Union switched from a 4-3 to a 4-2-5 and then a 3-3 stack. "It wasn't used. Kehres, who pursued a doctorate in sports psychology at Ohio State, knew whose buttons to push, when and how. Randy Gregory. His schematic philosophy started with players and moved to formations and, eventually, plays. "He does everything better than you do it," Raeburn said. It was a very impressionable age for me and probably a perfect time to go through there and gravitate toward somebody who I ultimately wanted to be like someday.". The following season, the team had their first coach, Coach Davis, who led them to a 45 record. What do your teammates say is your best quality?Im an outstanding worker and team leader. (Ohio), Matt Williamson, Illinois Wesleyan University, Jeff Wojtowicz, University of Mount Union, Dan Wondolowski, Parma Holy Name H.S. His writing and production have also appeared on CNN.com, Heavy.com and Florida Public Radio. When the Colts tried to put him back on their practice squad after the game, the Miami Dolphins claimed him and he spent of the rest of last season on their roster, In 2013, with the Dolphins he caught a touchdown pass against the Dallas Cowboys in the Hall of Fame game in Canton and spent the season on the practice squad, In 2014, he was on the practice squad with the Atlanta Falcons. He averaged over 60 catches, 1,000 yards and 15 touchdowns in his career as a Purple Raider. The program remained suspended for three seasons and returned under Pederson in 1946. Just completed his 35th season as an NFL coach as a defensive analyst with the Minnesota Vikings. "What are the other coaches going to spot? "We don't get lost," Campbell said. Draft Entry: 2020 NBA . You must be logged in to post a comment However, Mount has established itself as one of the best football schools in the nation. TalkSPORT reports that confidence is increasing at Anfield about a move for Mount. Erik Raeburn "became, like, the most popular guy ever" after playing for Mount and spending six years as an assistant there. Grinch, 37, is one of the nation's top coordinators. Below is a listing of men that played or coached under Mount Union coaches Ken Wable (1962-85), Larry Kehres (1986-2012) or Vince Kehres (2013-19) and are currently coaching or working in football. They're always around the office. Talk about your experience as a student. Weight: 195. Manhattan is sixth in the MAAC scoring 67.8 points while shooting 44.0% from the . He attended Collinwood High School in Cleveland, Ohio, and later the University of Mount Union, where he played for the Mount Union Purple Raiders football team. Shorts attended Collinwood High School in Cleveland . [25] In the last three games, Garon's production increased, catching a touchdown in each of those games, including a 39-yard score in their season finale against the Dallas Cowboys. [26] In the Redskins wild-card postseason matchup against the Green Bay Packers, Garon posted 5 receptions for 70 yards. Mount Union senior Emma Cannon is an honorable mention selection on the All-Ohio Athletic Conference Women's Basketball Team. The football team at Division III's Mount Union is one of the most dominant collegiate programs in history. I could tell you that Cecil Shorts, who emerged from Mount Union into the NFL as . "It is a more contemporary word," he said. 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Players who are on practice squads are designated as such. From Jerry Rice to Michael Strahan, HBCUs have produced some of the NFL's best players. Nick Sirianni played during the entire 55-game surge, which ended in his final game. He taught them to be specific with both praise and criticism. I lacked a little bit of the confidence that might cause you to spring forward and take on a bigger challenge.". From planning for games to recruiting to meetings to travel plans, Kehres addressed everything with championship-level detail. You almost went back and got your doctorate in management and coaching and how to lead a program.". [32] He finished the season with 24 receptions for 286 yards and one touchdown. He assembled rosters that produced 30 Pro Bowl campaigns, four division titles and seven playoff appearances. . For his career, he played in 148 games with 123 starts with 628 receptions for 7,854 yards and 38 touchdowns. Analysis on the top prospects for the NFL draft from Mount Union. As a freshman in 2004, he played in ten games and had 44 receptions for 1,017 yards and 13 touchdowns. He is third in receiving yards per game at 131.1 and 10th in receptions per game at 7.3. [24] Garon continued to make tough catches for the team throughout the season, and posted a 60% first-down catch rate in an effort to push the Redskins to the playoffs. That was my dad's strongest suit.". Dwayne Aaron, Moravian College (Pa.) Robbie Aldinger, Hamline University (Minn.) Tony Alford, Ohio State University; Dan Allen, University of Mount . He displayed himself as a deep threat in Peyton Manning's offense, recording 47 receptions, 765 yards, and four touchdowns in his second season. My name is Damond Talbot, I have worked extremely hard to help hundreds of small school players over the past several years, and will continue my mission. by. Ive also been involved with an organization called Brothers Building Bonds which is a minority group on campus. Dom Capers was 45 when he took over the expansion Carolina Panthers in 1995. Each season, we track the players from North Carolina across all 32 NFL rosters. The situation has been exacerbated by Mount's dip in form on the pitch after struggling to impress under Graham Potter.

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