Arizona Wildcats tab Eggen as DL coach

He's part of the staff of new coordinator Paul Rhoads.

The Arizona Wildcats announced Monday that Stan Eggen will replace Iona Uiagalelei, who was let go during the season. Eggen comes from New Mexico, where he served as the Lobos defensive line coach since 2016. He has also coached at Texas A&M, TCU and Alabama among other schools. 

"We are excited has joined the Arizona Football Family as Defensive Line Coach," Arizona coach Kevin Sumlin said in a press release. "Stan's personal and professional values, fundamental approach to teaching the game, as well as his track record for development and recruiting make him a great fit for our defense, and our entire program."

Eggen has coached NFL players Michael Bennett, Von Miller, Red Bryant, Antwan Odom, Johnny Jolly and Aaron Schobel over his 40-year career. 

"I want to thank Coach Sumlin and (defensive coordinator) Paul Rhoades for the opportunity to become a part of the Arizona Football Family," Eggen said in the release. "I can't wait to get started immediately representing such a great institution, and getting to know our student-athletes. (My wife) Tina and I are excited to be able to make our home in the Tucson community."

He joins Rhodes in Arizona's revamped defensive coaching staff. Demetrice Martin is the lone holdover on the staff. The Wildcats still need to hire a safeties coach. 

Stan Eggen Profile:

Born February 23, 1953

Hometown Philadelphia, Pa.

Alma Mater B.S., Education - Moorhead State, 1977; M.S., Education - North Dakota, 1981

Playing Experience Moorhead State 1972-76

Family Wife: Tina; Children: Sloane, Paige and Shelby

Coaching Experience:

2016-present New Mexico (Defensive Line)

2014-15 Iowa State (Defensive Line)

2009-13 Louisiana Tech (Defensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator)

2008 Louisiana Tech (Defensive Line)

2003-07 Texas A&M (Defensive Line)

2001-02 Alabama (Defensive Line)

1998-00 TCU (Defensive Line)

1997 New Mexico (Defensive Line)

1994-96 UNLV (Defensive Coordinator/Inside Linebackers)

1993 Nevada (Inside Linebackers)

1991-92 UNLV (Defensive Ends/Linebackers)

1986-90 Utah State (Recruiting Coordinator/Inside Linebackers)

1984-85 Drake (Outside Linebackers)

1982-83 Memphis (Inside Linebackers)

1981 Southeast Missouri State (Linebackers)

1979-80 North Dakota (Defensive Backs Coach)