Ursuline graduate returns as NFL assistant with Colts
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (WKBN) – Valley native and Ursuline High School graduate Tom Manning will return for a fourth season as Indianapolis Colts tight ends coach.
Indianapolis head coach Shane Steichen officially announced his 2025 coaching staff on Friday.
Manning has 19 years of coaching experience, including 15 seasons in the college ranks.
Prior to his time with the Colts, Manning spent time at Iowa State from 2019-2022 serving as offensive coordinator. He also served as a college assistant at both Toledo and Mount Union.
He began his coaching career in the high school ranks at Massillon Jackson High School in 2006.
As a player, Manning was a two-time all-conference player at Ursuline High School. He earned first-team all-state honors as a senior, leading the Irish to the Division IV state championship in 2000.
Following his high school career, Manning played college football at Mount Union, where he was a two-time all-conference player at left tackle.
Manning, who was a team captain as a senior, helped the Purple Raiders win NCAA Division III national championships in 2002 and 2005.
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