Will Grier Joins Cowboys as Offensive Assistant After Retirement
Will Grier has retired as a quarterback but will stay in the NFL as he joins the Dallas Cowboys’ coaching staff as an offensive assistant under Brian Schottenheimer, per ESPN’s Todd Archer. The move follows Grier’s offseason retirement after signing with the Carolina Panthers, and he previously spent time with the Panthers, Cowboys, Bengals, Chargers, and Eagles. He is expected to work with Dak Prescott and the Cowboys’ quarterback group, including Howell and Joe Milton, as part of the team’s evolving depth chart. The Cowboys had also added Sam Howell in free agency to strengthen depth behind Prescott, with Will Grier’s coaching role likely to influence the quarterbacks’ development. Multiple outlets reported the development, highlighting Grier’s offensive mind and familiarity with Dallas. The arrangement marks a continuing shift for Grier from player to coach as he begins a new chapter with the Cowboys.
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