Football
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- Assistant Coach (RB)
Jerome Smith was named the running backs coach in February 2025. He brings two years of NFL playing experience and nine years of coaching experience to the Bison.
"Jerome coaches with tireless energy and his passion for the game is infectious,” said head coach Dave Cecchini. “Our young group of running backs will benefit greatly from both his knowledge and experience."
Most recently, Smith served as an assistant coach with the Colonials for two seasons. He oversaw the RMU running backs and became the run-game coordinator in 2024.
Smith spent the 2022 season as special teams and running backs coach with ASA Brooklyn College. While with the Avengers, Smith oversaw all aspects of the special teams and offensive game plans. He charted play calls and tendencies for both the offense and defense while being responsible for scouting opponents.
Prior to his position at ASA Brooklyn College, Smith spent two months with the Pittsburgh Steelers as part of the Bill Walsh Diversity Internship program. During his time with the Steelers, Smith was responsible for drawing scout cards, charting defensive tendencies and video analysis.
Smith began his career at Morgan State University, where he oversaw the running backs position group as well as served as the assistant special teams coordinator.
Smith is a 2014 graduate of Syracuse University, where he earned a degree in hospitality management. He was a four-year letterwinner for the Orange at running back, serving as team captain as a senior in 2013. Named to both the Doak Walker and Maxwell Trophy watch lists in his final season at Syracuse, Smith appeared in 40 career games, rushing for 2,219 yards and 16 touchdowns.
Signed as an undrafted free agent by the Atlanta Falcons in 2014, Smith spent two years in the National Football League (NFL).
