Quarterback to Coach: The NFL's Curious Career Path The National Football League (NFL) is no stranger to unconventional career paths, but Will Grier's decision to join the Dallas Cowboys' coaching staff as an offensive assistant raises more questions than answers.
A former quarterback who retired just a month ago, Grier's transition to coaching is one of many stories waiting to be told within the NFL.
Grier's journey to becoming a coach began after being drafted by the Carolina Panthers in 2019. He spent several seasons bouncing between teams, including stints on practice squads and active rosters.