Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson to Coach Texas High School Football in ’25

Pro Football and College Football Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson will be an assistant coach at Oakridge School in Arlington, Texas. Tomlinson will be the program’s game coordinator. Oakridge plays in the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools or TAPPS.

“Beyond his on-field accomplishments, LaDainian is an inspirational leader, mentor, and role model committed to developing young athletes as players and individuals,” Chad MacDonald, Oakridge Head of Athletics Chad MacDonald via a news release. “His offensive strategy, leadership, and player development expertise will be invaluable as we build a culture of excellence within our football program.”

Earlier this month, the school named Jeromy Flowers as its new head coach after a 7-3 season in 2024.

Tomlinson is a Texas native. He played his high school football at University in Waco. He was an all-state player, who ran for 39 touchdowns as a senior, rushing for 2,554 yards.

Tomlinson was the No. 5 overall pick in the 2001 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers. He ran for 13,684 yards and 145 touchdowns during his 11-year professional career. He ranks seventh in NFL history in career rushing yards and second all-time in rushing touchdowns.