Gerald Edwards (April 2, 1925 – March 21, 2010) was an

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, and a

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coach. He served as the head football coach at

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from 1960 to 1965, compiling a record of 36–12. Edwards also coached Montclair State's track and field and junior varsity basketball teams. He died in 2010 after a short illness.

Head coaching record

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