Ryan Silverfield promotes Jordon Hankins to Memphis football defensive coordinator

Jordon Hankins has been promoted to Memphis football defensive coordinator, coach Ryan Silverfield announced on Wednesday.

Hankins had previously served as linebackers coach and interim defensive coordinator for the Tigers’ AutoZone Liberty Bowl win over Iowa State on Dec. 29. Hankins was elevated to interim defensive coordinator for the bowl game after Matt Barnes left for Mississippi State.

“I am extremely thankful for the opportunity to serve the Memphis Football program as the defensive coordinator,” Hankins said in a press release. “The continued success and growth of the players and program is my top priority.”

Hankins has been on Memphis’ staff since 2021 as linebackers coach and assistant special teams coordinator. He helped lead a Tigers defense that allowed zero rushing yards against Iowa State, which led to widespread praise for Hankins from Tigers fans on social media.

“I love it in Memphis. I love the city,” Hankins told the Commercial Appeal the day after the bowl win. “Best job I’ve ever had. My family loves it here. And the end of the day, I’m going to do whatever’s asked of me to help Memphis football win.”

Hankins previously served as defensive coordinator for UT Martin from 2017-2019.

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Publish date : 2024-01-03 20:10:48

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