Duce Staley facts for kids
Staley in 2013
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| Position: | Running backs coach | ||||||||||||
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| Born: | February 27, 1975 West Columbia, South Carolina, U.S. |
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| Height: | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | ||||||||||||
| Weight: | 242 lb (110 kg) | ||||||||||||
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| High school: | Airport (West Columbia) | ||||||||||||
| College: | South Carolina | ||||||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1997 / Round: 3 / Pick: 71 | ||||||||||||
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Duce Staley (born February 27, 1975) is an American football coach and former player. He is currently the running backs coach for the Cleveland Browns in the National Football League (NFL).
Before joining the Browns, he coached for the Detroit Lions (2021-2022) and the Philadelphia Eagles (2011-2020). As a player, Staley was a running back for the Eagles and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He won a Super Bowl as a player with the Steelers and another Super Bowl as a coach with the Eagles.
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Early Life and High School Football
Duce Staley grew up in West Columbia, South Carolina. He went to Airport High School. In high school, he was a top player. He was known as an All-State wide receiver. He also played a little bit of running back.
Playing Career Highlights
Duce Staley had a successful career playing football. He played in college and then in the NFL.
College Football Years
Staley played college football for the University of South Carolina. In 1996, during his senior year, he was one of the best rushers in the country. He gained 1,116 rushing yards that season.
During his entire college career, Staley ran for 1,852 yards. He averaged 5.4 yards every time he carried the ball. He also caught 59 passes for 489 yards and scored two touchdowns.
National Football League (NFL) Career
Staley was chosen by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1997 NFL Draft. He was picked in the third round.
Playing for the Philadelphia Eagles
Staley played for the Eagles from 1997 to 2003. After his first year, he became the main running back. Under coach Andy Reid, Staley became a key player. He was often the team's top receiver because of Reid's offense.
In 2000, Staley had a serious foot injury. This caused him to miss most of that season. He also missed some games in 2001 due to a shoulder injury. By 2003, the Eagles had other good running backs. These players included Correll Buckhalter and Brian Westbrook. They were called the "Three-Headed Monster." Staley shared playing time with them. After the 2003 season, the Eagles did not sign him to a new contract.
Playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers
On March 9, 2004, Staley signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He had always been a fan of the Steelers growing up. He became the team's starting running back. Many thought he would take over from the famous running back Jerome Bettis.
In 2004, Staley played in 10 games and ran for 830 yards. However, Bettis often scored touchdowns near the goal line. Staley also missed six games that season.
In 2005, both Staley and Bettis got injured. This allowed an undrafted player named Willie Parker to become the main running back. Staley played in only five games that year. Even though he played less, the Steelers went on to win Super Bowl XL. This was Staley's first championship as a player.
Staley played only one game in 2006. The Steelers then released him in December 2006. He played in only 16 games during his three years with the team.
Retirement from Playing
Duce Staley officially retired as an Eagle on December 9, 2007. This happened during a game between the Eagles and the Giants. At halftime, he was honored on the field. Former teammates joined him for a special ceremony.
NFL Player Statistics
| Year | Games Played | Games Started | Attempts | Yards | Touchdowns | Avg. | Receptions | Rec. Yards | Rec. Touchdowns | Rec. Avg. | Fumbles |
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| 1997 | 16 | 0 | 7 | 29 | 0 | 4.1 | 2 | 22 | 0 | 11.0 | 0 |
| 1998 | 16 | 13 | 258 | 1,065 | 5 | 4.1 | 57 | 432 | 1 | 7.6 | 2 |
| 1999 | 16 | 16 | 325 | 1,273 | 4 | 3.9 | 41 | 294 | 2 | 7.2 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 | 5 | 79 | 344 | 1 | 4.4 | 25 | 201 | 0 | 8.0 | 3 |
| 2001 | 13 | 10 | 166 | 604 | 2 | 3.6 | 63 | 626 | 2 | 9.9 | 3 |
| 2002 | 16 | 16 | 269 | 1,029 | 5 | 3.8 | 51 | 541 | 3 | 10.6 | 3 |
| 2003 | 16 | 4 | 96 | 463 | 5 | 4.8 | 36 | 382 | 2 | 10.6 | 2 |
| 2004 | 10 | 10 | 192 | 830 | 1 | 4.3 | 6 | 55 | 0 | 9.2 | 3 |
| 2005 | 5 | 1 | 38 | 148 | 1 | 3.9 | 6 | 34 | 0 | 5.7 | 1 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -- | 0 | 0 | 0 | -- | 0 |
| Totals | 114 | 75 | 1,430 | 5,785 | 24 | 4.1 | 287 | 2,587 | 10 | 8.9 | 22 |
Coaching Career
After his playing career, Duce Staley became a football coach.
Coaching for the Philadelphia Eagles
Staley started as a coaching intern for the Philadelphia Eagles in 2010. In 2011, he became a special teams quality control coach. He was promoted to the team's running backs coach in 2013.
In 2018, Staley was also given the role of assistant head coach. On February 4, 2018, Staley won his first Super Bowl as a coach. The Eagles beat the Patriots 41-33 in Super Bowl LII. This was his second Super Bowl win overall.
In August 2020, the Eagles' head coach, Doug Pederson, was diagnosed with COVID-19. Staley took over his day-to-day coaching duties temporarily. Pederson returned to the team later that month.
Staley also created a practice drill to help players with their footwork. This drill, called the "Duce Staley drill," was added to the NFL Scouting Combine in 2020.
Coaching for the Detroit Lions
On January 25, 2021, Staley joined the Detroit Lions. He became their assistant head coach and running backs coach. He worked under head coach Dan Campbell.
Coaching for the Carolina Panthers
On February 1, 2023, Staley moved to the Carolina Panthers. He worked with new head coach Frank Reich. He held the same roles: running backs coach and assistant head coach. However, on November 27, 2023, Staley was let go from the team.
Coaching for the Cleveland Browns
On February 5, 2024, Staley officially became the new running backs coach for the Cleveland Browns. He continues in this role today.
Personal Life
Duce Staley is married to Maria Steadman. They have three daughters and four sons. He lives in Columbia, South Carolina, during the offseason.
Staley is known for his charity work. He holds an annual football camp. This camp helps several charities, including the First Steps Program in South Carolina. He also started the Catch 22 Foundation to help single mothers. In 1999, he donated $25,000 to a program that helps early childhood education in South Carolina.
His son, Damani, played linebacker for the South Carolina Gamecocks. Damani played from 2018 to 2021.
