Lonnie Galloway Joins Tigers Football Staff

WR Bryant Wesco Jr. scores at the ACC Championship game vs. SMU. Photo By: Charles Mays/Tiger View Media

Coach Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers have made an addition to their coaching staff by appointing former North Carolina wide receivers coach Lonnie Galloway as one of their offensive analysts. Galloway brings a ton of experience and expertise to the Tigers, having spent six seasons with the North Carolina Tar Heels from 2019 to 2024. During his tenure at North Carolina, Galloway initially started as the wide receivers coach. His dedication and success in this role led to his promotion to assistant head coach in 2021, a position that allowed him to take on greater responsibilities within the program. By 2023, he further advanced to the role of passing game coordinator, where he was instrumental in shaping the offensive strategies and improving the overall performance of the Tar Heels' passing attack. However, following the departure of head coach Mack Brown, the new head coach Bill Belichick made the decision to bring in his own staff, which ultimately led to Galloway's departure from North Carolina.

Galloway's coaching career began in 1996, and over the years, he has made stops at multiple institutions, including Elon University, East Carolina University, Appalachian State University, West Virginia University, Wake Forest University, and the University of Louisville. Throughout his career, Galloway has been known for his keen eye for talent and his ability to mentor young athletes, fostering their growth both on and off the field.

Notably, Galloway has successfully developed a remarkable total of 14 players who have gone on to play in the NFL, showcasing his effectiveness as a coach and his commitment to player development. Among these, nine wide receivers have been drafted since 2012, a testament to his ability to nurture talent and prepare his players for the next level.