Eric Weddle confirmed after Super Bowl LVI that he’s “re-retiring,” once again leaving the NFL after winning a ring with the Rams. But he has another opportunity already in the works that will allow him to stay around football.
Rancho Bernardo High School in San Diego announced on Facebook that Weddle will take over the football program as their next head coach. The current coach will hand the reins to Weddle after the 2022 season, allowing the former Rams safety to lead the team.
Coach McCoy will remain with the team and help Weddle get acclimated as he enters this next chapter of his football career.
Former #Rams S Eric Weddle has a second career planned after winning a Super Bowl title. He’s becoming a high school football coach. pic.twitter.com/t0tCxxaQDC
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 19, 2022
During his first retirement, Weddle was coaching youth football, but taking over a football program is a big step up and an awesome opportunity for the Super Bowl champion.
His knowledge of the game is incredible, going from being retired to relaying the defensive plays in the Super Bowl in a span of about a month. There’s no doubt he’ll make an excellent high school coach, and his players should be excited about the chance to learn from one of the game’s smartest players.