Graham Harrell

Graham Harrell, born on May 22, 1985, in Brownwood, Texas, is a former American football quarterback and current football coach. He rose to prominence during his collegiate career at Texas Tech University, where he became known for his prolific passing ability within the spread offense system. Harrell set numerous school and NCAA records, including leading the nation in passing yards and touchdowns, solidifying his status as one of college football's standout quarterbacks.

After going undrafted in the 2009 NFL Draft, Harrell had brief stints with several NFL teams, including the Green Bay Packers and the New York Jets, where he contributed primarily as a third-string quarterback. Despite not achieving extended success in the NFL, he gained valuable experience that would enrich his coaching career. Following his playing career, he transitioned into coaching, where he has been instrumental in developing quarterbacks and offensive schemes at various collegiate programs.

In his coaching tenure, Harrell served as the offensive coordinator at North Texas and later at USC, where he continued to apply his knowledge of the spread offense to mentor young talent. His coaching philosophy emphasizes high-paced, pass-heavy strategies, reminiscent of his playing days. Harrell’s legacy in football is marked by his innovative offensive approaches and his contributions to the development of future quarterbacks in the sport.