Sterlin Gilbert (born August 11, 1978) is an American football coach and former player. He was most recently the

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, a position he assumed in January 2020. Gilbert played

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, where was a two-time All- Lone Star Conference selection at quarterback. He served as the

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from 2012 to 2013, Bowling Green State University in 2014, the

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in 2015, the University of Texas at Austin in 2016, and the University of South Florida from 2017 to 2018.

Coaching career

Texas

In 2015, Gilbert was hired by

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at the University of Texas at Austin as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach until the end of the 2016 season.

University of South Florida

After Charlie Strong's termination from the University of Texas, Gilbert followed Strong to USF. His overall offensive style received, criticism, as he was over reliant on halfback dive plays and did not attempt to open up the field, causing breakdowns against better defenses. Despite this, he rode the benefits of USF legend Quinton Flowers to 10 wins. In 2018, Gilbert's offense experienced early success with transfer QB Blake Barnett, before his scheme and injuries along the OL resulted in frequent sacks and eventual injury to Barnett, resulting in widespread calls for Gilbert's termination.

McNeese State

On December 5, 2018, Sterlin Gilbert was named the head football coach at McNeese State University, consequently avoiding potential termination by USF. In 2019, Gilbert led McNeese State to a 7–5 record.

Syracuse

In January 2020, Gilbert was hired by

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as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. He was not retained on staff after the 2021 season.

Head coaching record

College

References

External links

McNeese State profile

Tulsa profile
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