Freddie Roach (American football) facts for kids
| Alabama Crimson Tide | |
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| Position: | Assistant head coach & defensive line coach |
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| Born: | June 3, 1983 Florence, Alabama, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight: | 251 lb (114 kg) |
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| High school: | Brooks (Killen, Alabama) |
| College: | Alabama (2002–2005) |
| Undrafted: | 2006 |
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Freddie Roach, born on June 3, 1983, is a well-known American college football coach. He used to play as a linebacker. Today, he works as the assistant head coach and defensive line coach for the University of Alabama. He has been in these roles since 2020.
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Playing Football
Freddie Roach played as a linebacker for the University of Alabama from 2002 to 2005. After his time playing for Alabama, Roach tried out for the New England Patriots in 2006. He signed with them as a free agent, but he was released before the regular season started.
Coaching Career
Freddie Roach has had an exciting coaching career. He has worked with several college football teams, helping players improve their skills.
First Time at Alabama
Roach began his coaching journey at the University of Alabama in 2008. He worked under coach Nick Saban as an assistant strength and conditioning coach. During this time, the team won a national championship in 2009. He stayed in this role until 2010.
Murray State Racers
In 2012, Roach became the defensive line coach for the Murray State team. This was a new step in his coaching career.
South Alabama Jaguars
From 2013 to 2014, Roach coached at South Alabama. He worked with the defensive ends and outside linebackers. He helped these players improve their defensive skills.
Second Time at Alabama
Roach returned to the University of Alabama in 2015. This time, he was the director of player development. He helped players grow and improve their skills. During this period, Alabama won another national championship. He stayed in this position until 2016.
Ole Miss Rebels
In 2017, Roach joined the Ole Miss team as their defensive line coach. He worked with the team until the end of the 2019 season.
Third Time at Alabama
In 2020, Freddie Roach came back to the University of Alabama for a third time. He became the team's defensive line coach. He helped the team win another national championship in 2020. On February 14, 2024, Roach was promoted to associate head coach. This new role was given to him by the new head coach, Kalen DeBoer.
Personal Life
Freddie Roach is married to Ashley, and they have four children together.
