Patriots' Houston Moves to Gators: Special Teams Shake-Up
- Brenden Martin
- Jan 28, 2024
- 1 min read
Joe Houston, recently associated with the New England Patriots as a special teams assistant, is set to join the University of Florida's coaching staff, as reported by GatorsOnline.com.
Houston, a former placekicker at USC, played under renowned coaches Pete Carroll and Lane Kiffin in 2009 and 2010. He was pivotal in USC's special teams, leading in scoring during his senior year.
At Florida, Houston's expertise will be integral in enhancing the special teams' performance, particularly in areas like field goal efficiency. Last season, Florida saw potential in kicker Trey Smack, and Houston's guidance is expected to further elevate these capabilities.
This addition is part of a broader initiative by head coach Billy Napier to strengthen the Gators' coaching staff. For more detailed updates, GatorBait Media will provide ongoing coverage.
either he is an off the field coach or some to be named later current assistant is leaving
An off-field position, so he’ll be in the ST room with the guys. If Napier reduces his on-field staff from two OL coaches to one then maybe Houston gets on the field. But why? Special teams involve several parts under different assistants and need one staffer to put it all together. Great hire by Napier.