Quinton Ganther facts for kids
Ganther in 2010
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| Position: | Running backs coach | ||||||||||
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| Born: | July 15, 1984 Oakland, California, U.S. |
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| Height: | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) | ||||||||||
| Weight: | 220 lb (100 kg) | ||||||||||
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| High school: | Fairfield (Fairfield, California) |
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| College: | Utah | ||||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 2006 / Round: 7 / Pick: 246 | ||||||||||
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Quinton Roy Ganther (born July 15, 1984) is an American football coach. He used to be a running back player. Quinton played college football for the University of Utah and Citrus College.
He was chosen by the Tennessee Titans in the 2006 NFL draft. Quinton played for five seasons in the NFL. He played for the Titans, Washington Redskins, Seattle Seahawks, and Buffalo Bills.
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Early Life and High School Football
Quinton Ganther grew up in Oakland, California. He played high school football at Fairfield High School. This school is located in Fairfield, California.
Quinton's Playing Career
College Football Journey
Quinton Ganther played college football at the University of Utah. In his senior year, he ran for 1,120 yards. He averaged 5.5 yards every time he carried the ball.
He also gained 314 yards by catching passes. Overall, he scored eight touchdowns during that season.
Playing in the NFL
Tennessee Titans Team
The Tennessee Titans picked Quinton in the seventh round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He was the 246th player chosen overall. In the 2006 NFL season, he played in two games for the Titans. He also spent time on their practice squad.
Washington Redskins Team
On October 20, 2009, Quinton signed with the Washington Redskins. He was released on November 6, but then re-signed just five days later.
On December 13, 2009, Quinton started his first NFL game. He played against the Oakland Raiders. In that game, he scored two touchdowns, helping the Redskins win.
Seattle Seahawks Team
Quinton signed with the Seattle Seahawks on March 17, 2010. He was released on September 28. Later, on October 26, 2010, the Seahawks signed him again. However, he was released once more on November 1.
Buffalo Bills Team
On November 8, 2010, Quinton Ganther signed with the Buffalo Bills. This was his last team as an NFL player.
Quinton's Coaching Career
After his playing career ended, Quinton Ganther became a football coach.
First Time Coaching at Utah
In 2012, Quinton started his coaching career at the University of Utah. This was his old college team. He worked as a student assistant coach under head coach Kyle Whittingham.
Coaching with the Seattle Seahawks
In 2013, Quinton joined the Seattle Seahawks again. He took part in a special program called the Bill Walsh NFL diversity coaching fellowship. In this role, he helped coach the running backs for the team.
Coaching at Weber State
In December 2013, Quinton became the running backs coach at Weber State University. He worked there under head coach Jay Hill. He coached at Weber State for several years.
Coaching with the Jacksonville Jaguars
On February 4, 2021, Quinton was hired by the Jacksonville Jaguars. He became the offensive quality control coach. He worked under head coach Urban Meyer for this team.
Second Time Coaching at Utah
On January 12, 2022, Quinton returned to his old college, Utah. He became the running backs coach there. He worked again with head coach Kyle Whittingham.
Coaching at UNLV
Starting in 2025, Quinton will be the running backs coach for the UNLV Rebels.
Quinton's Personal Life
While he was coaching at the University of Utah, Quinton also went back to school. In 2012, he earned his bachelor's degree in sociology.
