Coe College Men's Football

Tyler Staker is no stranger to the Kohawk football program as he enters his 17th season with the Kohawks this fall. Staker served 10 seasons as an assistant coach before being named the Head Coach of the Kohawk football program in November of 2015. Staker replaced his father, Steve, a legendary hall of famer who spent over 50 years positively impacting young peoples’ lives coaching high school and college football. The Kohawks punched their ticket to the NCAA DIII Playoffs for the second straight season in 2024, going 9-2 overall with its lone regular-season loss at Wartburg in a defensive battle. The Kohawks were led by all-Americans Trenton Barnes (RB) and Alex Aitchson (DE) who highlighted a group of 14 players that earned all-conference honors.  Staker finished his eighth season in charge in 2023, leading Coe to nine wins, its second-highest total in his tenure. The Kohawks rolled to a 7-1 record in the A-R-C and earned an at-large bid to the NCAA Division III Playoffs for the first time since 2016. Coe had a program-record 16 all-conference performers with five earning first-team honors.  In his first year at the helm, the 2016 Kohawk team finished 11-1 and advanced to the second round of the NCAA Division III Playoffs. Coe won the Iowa conference for the fifth time in school history while completing the third 10-0 regular season in school history. Staker was named IIAC Coach of the year as well as the AFCA D3 Regional Coach of the year. The 2016 team produced IIAC offensive MVP in running back Trevor Heitland, and defensive MVP in defensive back Dylan Stepleton. 2021 produced Coach Staker's best season since 2016 as the Kohawks registered an 8-2 overall record with a 6-2 mark in the A-R-C. Coe extended its winning streak over local-rival Cornell to 21 games during the season and saw 11 players earn all-conference honors to cap off the campaign.  During his stint as head coach, Coe has had eighth all-Americans and over 80 all-conference players, including over 30 first-team selections. Staker has also coached 3 conference MVPs. Staker is a 2006 graduate of Coe College and is the youngest of 5 siblings that all attended Coe. He was a four-year letterman and a two-time captain for the Kohawks, where he garnered all-conference honors as a defensive back his junior and senior years, as well as an all-west region performer his senior year. During his four years as a student-athlete, Staker helped the Kohawks to a record of 29-14 and three IIAC championships. After graduation, Staker spent two seasons as a graduate assistant, where he helped coach the offensive line and wide receivers before he took over as the offensive coordinator in 2008. During his 8 year run as offensive coordinator, the Kohawks posted a 51-23 record, an IIAC championship in 2012, and 3 NCAA Playoff appearances. Staker is married to Kristy Staker, a 2008 graduate of Coe College. Tyler and Kristy have four kids, Avery, Cade, Ellie and Olivia.  Tyler Staker Year-By-Year   Overall ARC Postseason Year Won Loss Pct. Won Loss Pct. Place 2016 11 1 .917 8 0 1.000 1st NCAA Second Round 2017 4 6 .400 2 6 .250 t-7th 2018 6 4 .600 5 3 .625 5th 2019 6 4 .600 5 3 .625 4th 2020* *Played in Spring of '21 0 1 .000 n/a n/a n/a n/a 2021 8 2 .800 6 2 .750 3rd 2022 7 3 .700 6 2 .750 2nd 2023 9 2 .812 7 1 .875 2nd NCAA First Round 2024 9 2 .818 7 1 .875 2nd NCAA First Round Career 60 26 .697 46 18 .718 Three NCAA Appearances

Trevor McConnell is a dynamic and highly skilled football coach with a strong background in coaching, recruiting, and media management. Currently serving as the Wide Receivers Coach, Recruiting Coordinator, and Video Coordinator at Coe College, Trevor has quickly established himself as a versatile and effective coach with a keen eye for player development and a passion for building successful football programs. Trevor’s coaching experience spans several key roles, and he has proven himself in a variety of capacities. At Coe College, he has helped lead the team to impressive offensive success, with 37 points per game, 2,310 team passing yards, and a number of standout individual performances, including an All-Conference Wide Receiver, an All-Conference Returner, and 19 total receiving touchdowns across six different players. His responsibilities include conducting individual drills for wide receivers, coordinating routes on air and 7v7 offense, and contributing to game planning, specifically in pass game and RPO sets and schemes. As the Recruiting Coordinator at Coe College, Trevor has demonstrated a strong ability to connect with prospects across the country. He has been responsible for national recruiting, covering key areas including California, Florida, Georgia, Missouri, Texas, and more. His recruiting efforts have contributed to the acquisition of standout athletes, including a number of All-Conference and All-American players. Trevor also manages the logistics of recruiting visits, schedules, and campus visits, working in tandem with admissions and professors to ensure a seamless experience for recruits. In addition to coaching and recruiting, Trevor has made significant contributions as the team’s Video Coordinator. He oversees practice filming, self-scouting, opponent scouting, and the creation of highlight reels, team media content, and social media graphics. His expertise in video production and media management has played a critical role in enhancing the team’s recruiting efforts and overall presence. Before joining Coe College, Trevor served at Valparaiso University as the Running Backs Coach and Special Teams Assistant, where he worked with offensive players, organized scout teams, and assisted in coaching all offensive positions. He also helped with national recruiting and played an integral role in the transition of offensive coordinators. At Valpo, Trevor’s responsibilities expanded to include film breakdowns, managing team media, and assisting with the creation of the offensive playbook. Trevor’s coaching journey began as a student-athlete at Ohio Northern University, where he excelled as a five-year quarterback and was a captain of the team. He was also a key member of the football team leadership committee and involved in the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). Trevor’s leadership and recruiting skills were developed through his work as the Director of Multi-Media and Recruiting Assistant, where he helped manage social media content and created recruiting strategies for the Ohio Northern Football team. Trevor McConnell holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Sports Management and Public Relations from Ohio Northern University,

Reid Miller is an experienced coach with a strong background in both football and strength and conditioning. He joined the Coe Football staff in January of 2025 most recently from Northwest Missouri State University, where he was the linebackers coach.  Reid earned his Bachelor of Arts in Movement and Exercise Science from the University of Northern Iowa in 2018 and completed his Masters of Business Administration from Abilene Christian University in July 2024. His academic focus has consistently aligned with his professional career, giving him a strong foundation in both sports science and business management. In addition to his academic credentials, Reid holds several prestigious certifications, including the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC), and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications, ensuring that he is well-equipped to support the safety and performance of athletes under his guidance. Reid’s coaching experience spans several roles and institutions. Before joining Northwest Missouri State University, he served as a Graduate Assistant Football Coach for the Defensive Line and a Sports Performance Coach for football at the University of Notre Dame. His experience also includes a role as the Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning at Abilene Christian University, where he played a key role in football athlete development, overseeing speed, power, and strength programs, as well as managing nutrition and readiness tracking through advanced GPS technology. Previously, Reid worked as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Abilene Christian University, where he led training efforts for incoming freshman football players and coordinated nutrition programs. His expertise also extends to his work as a Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, where he managed athletic development for multiple sports, including Softball, Women’s Tennis, and Golf. Reid’s earlier experience includes internships at top institutions like the University of Iowa and the University of Missouri, where he assisted in implementing training programs for Olympic sports and football, gaining valuable insights into athlete development and performance monitoring through state-of-the-art technologies. Before transitioning into coaching, Reid was a collegiate athlete, having signed with Missouri Western in 2014 and played one season at Iowa Western Community College in 2015.