Wake Forest University is set to hire Rob Ezell, the current offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at South Alabama, as its new offensive coordinator.
Ezell’s coaching career began at the University of Alabama, where he served as a student assistant in 2011. He then moved to Colorado State University as a graduate assistant from 2012 to 2014, working with wide receivers and quarterbacks. Ezell returned to Alabama in 2015, taking on roles as a graduate assistant and later as an offensive analyst until 2020. During this period, he contributed to two national championship teams in 2017 and 2020.
In December 2020, Ezell joined South Alabama as the tight ends coach. He was promoted to offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach in February 2024. Under his leadership, the Jaguars’ offense flourished, averaging 537.0 yards per game, ranking among the top in the nation.
Ezell’s move to Wake Forest marks a significant step in his coaching career, bringing his offensive expertise to the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). His familiarity with high-level football programs and successful track record are expected to enhance Wake Forest’s offensive strategies in the upcoming seasons.
This transition also underscores the dynamic nature of coaching careers in college football, with assistants often moving between programs to advance their professional development. Ezell’s appointment is anticipated to have a positive impact on Wake Forest’s performance, given his experience and innovative approach to offensive play-calling.
As Ezell prepares to join the Demon Deacons, both South Alabama and Wake Forest will be navigating coaching changes that could influence their respective preparations for the next season. The official announcement from Wake Forest is expected soon, detailing Ezell’s role and the vision for the team’s offensive future under his guidance.