Former Texas A&M O-line coach named interim HC of the UFL's Memphis Showboats
Former Texas A&M O-line coach named interim HC of the UFL's Memphis Showboats
Looking back at Texas A&M's best offensive lines over the last two decades, one O-line coach has consistently stood out outside of current mainstay Adam Cushing, who followed head coach Mike Elko from Duke before the 2024 season. Before Cushing arrived in College Station, Aggie fans consistently brought up veteran coach Jim Turner as the potential successor to Steve Adazzio.
Going back to the HeyDey of Texas A&M's offensive line play during the Mike Sherman era, Turner ran the Aggie trenches in NFL fashion. From 2009-11, Texas A&M ranked among the nation's top 25 teams in total offense, averaging more than 440 yards per game each season. Regarding pass protection, Turner's coaching led to just nine sacks allowed during the 2011 season.
After leaving the Aggies, Turner coached the Miami Dolphins offensive line from 2012-2013. Turner returned to Texas A&M in the same capacity from 2016-2018, working under coaches Kevin Sumlin and Jimbo Fisher. During the 2018 season, Turner's O-line paved the way for Texas A&M running back Trayveon Williams, who went on to lead the SEC in rushing yards (1760), rushing touchdowns (18), and total touchdowns (19).
Since leaving Texas A&M for the second time, Turner's short one-year stint with the Cincinnati Bengals led to his last college job with Texas State before joining the Memphis Showboats of the UFL. In a shocking change, Showboats head coach Ken Whisenhunt unexpectedly stepped down for personal reasons, vaulting Jim Turner into the interim head coaching role.
Turner's experience at both levels is the primary reason for his promotion, despite his never having served as an offensive or defensive coordinator.
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