Former Packer Joins Wayne State Coaching Staff

Kaleb Dawson named defensive backs coach for Division II Warriors

Mar. 29, 2026 at 8:09pm

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Kaleb Dawson, a former NFL player, has been hired as the new defensive backs coach at Wayne State University, an NCAA Division II program in Detroit, Michigan. Dawson previously served as a cornerbacks coach and defensive analyst at Saginaw Valley in 2025.

Why it matters

The addition of Dawson, an experienced former professional player, to the Wayne State coaching staff is expected to bolster the team's defensive secondary and provide valuable mentorship to the players. Wayne State competes in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and is looking to improve upon its recent seasons.

The details

Dawson, a former NFL player, will be taking on the role of defensive backs coach for the Wayne State Warriors. He previously held coaching positions at Saginaw Valley, where he worked with the cornerbacks and as a defensive analyst in 2025.

  • Dawson was hired as the new defensive backs coach at Wayne State University in March 2026.

The players

Kaleb Dawson

A former NFL player who has been hired as the new defensive backs coach at Wayne State University.

Wayne State University

An NCAA Division II program that competes in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, located in Detroit, Michigan.

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The takeaway

Dawson's hiring as the defensive backs coach at Wayne State University is expected to provide valuable experience and leadership to the team's secondary, as they look to improve their performance in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.