GRAMBLING, La. | Grambling State University President Richard J. Gallot, Jr. and Vice President of Intercollegiate of Athletics Dr. Trayvean Scott introduced on Friday morning Hue Jackson as the 14th head football coach in Tiger history.
Jackson comes to Grambling State after spending the past year as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Tennessee State University.
“It’s such an amazing day at Grambling and to see students represented here, to see faculty and staff, to see alumni, and former G-Men who have assembled here today,” Gallot said. “It’s is great to see everyone who is here today to witness the naming of our new leader of our football program.”
Jackson, who has more than 30 years of coaching experience at both the collegiate and professional levels, began his coaching career in 1987 at the University of the Pacific, his alma mater, and spent a majority of the next 13 years in the college ranks. He then moved to the professional ranks in 2001 and remained in the National Football League until 2019.
“In the decades that I’ve known this university, from the time of my youth in North Baton Rouge, I can vividly recall attending my first Bayou Classic at the age of 5, eating peanuts in the terrace section of the Louisiana Superdome. I can also vividly remember watching Until the day I was named athletic director, and every day since,” Scott said. “One constant that I know will never change. Grambling State University fans love a winner! I know GSU fans will love Hue Jackson.
“He knows that success in football means success in the classroom and in the community. Hue is a professional and winner in all areas of life and a mentor to some of the best professional football players in the NFL.”
“I want to thank President Gallot for his vison and passion for Grambling State University,” Jackson said. “I am honored to be working with him as with vast submission of this great institution to transcend barriers. I also want to thank Dr. Scott for the countless hours of discussions as we shared for a common desire to position our student-athletes for success and excellence on and off the field.”
Collegiately, Jackson played quarterback at Pacific after transferring from Glendale Community College. During his career at UOP, he amassed over 3,400 yards in total offense and 19 touchdowns in two seasons. Jackson also earned a letter in basketball as a senior.
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING …
“Grambling and its players are getting the best coach I’ve ever had. Hue is the reason for my success not just on the field but off, the true meaning of a players coach. I’m excited and happy for him.” – Chad “Ocho Cinco” Johnson, former Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receiver
“He helped me grow so much as a PLAYER on the FIELD, but more importantly he helped me grow as a MAN off the FIELD! He is very honest and forthcoming with players which is RARE.” – T. J. Houshmanzadeh, former Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receiver
“We needed a shot in the arm and the AD gave us what we needed. It’s time for the family to around him.” – Doug Williams, former Grambling State quarterback, head coach and current Washington Football Team Senior Advisor
“Hue will bring a coaching resume and leadership that will give the Grambling program credibility. We all must rally together and support Dear Ole Grambling.” – James “Shack” Harris, former Grambling State quarterback and Black College Football Hall of Famer
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