BLACKSBURG, Va. (WFXR) — On Monday, February 17, Virginia Tech Football announced they have hired a new offensive coordinator, Philip Montgomery.
Philip Montgomery is from Texas and earned his degree from Tarleton State University where he was a four-year letterman. He and his wife, Ashli, have two children, Cannon and Maci. He is known in the college sports world for developing explosive offensive schemes and producing high-performing players like Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III, Bryce Petty, and Case Keenum.
Virginia Tech head coach Brent Pry said, “Philip Montgomery is one of the most respected offensive minds in college football. His ability to develop quarterbacks and build explosive offenses will be instrumental in our continued growth as a program. Philip’s experience as both a head coach and a coordinator will help us maximize our talent and put our players in the best position to succeed.”
Montgomery’s career over the past two decades includes head coach at the University of Tulsa and other offensive coordinator positions at Auburn, Baylor, and Houston, as well as co-offensive coordinator at the Birmingham Stallions, leaving with a 2024 UFL Championship.
He also led the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes to four bowl games with his record-setting offense. In 2016, they became the first team in FBS history with a 3,000-yard passer, two 1,000-yard rushers, and two 1,000-yard receivers in the same season.
“I’m honored to join Virginia Tech and work alongside Coach Pry and this outstanding staff,” said Montgomery. “The tradition of Hokie football, combined with the passion of its fan base, make this an exciting opportunity. I look forward to implementing an aggressive, balanced offensive attack that puts our players in a position to thrive.”
Montgomery will start after the University’s hiring process has concluded.
