Zac Sias

Biography

Entering his first season at Eastern Michigan University in 2026, Zac Sias joins the Eagles staff as assistant coach for defensive tackles. He arrived in Ypsilanti after two seasons on the University of Kansas football staff, where he worked with the linebackers and supported the defensive unit. Sias joined Kansas in 2024 as an assistant linebackers coach. His work centered on player development, drill design, film breakdown, and reinforcing defensive scheme execution. He worked closely with the defensive coordinator and position coaches to build consistency across the unit. Prior to Kansas, Sias spent two seasons at Arkansas State University as a graduate assistant with the Red Wolves' defense from 2022-24. During his time in Jonesboro, he assisted with defensive line development, opponent scouting reports, film analysis, and recruiting coordination. He also served as an operations and defense intern at the 2023 NFLPA Collegiate Bowl in Los Angeles, gaining exposure to NFL-level practice organization and evaluation processes. Sias began his coaching career at Mississippi Delta Community College, serving from 2020-22 as a defensive line coach. He worked daily with the defensive line on technique and fundamentals, handled film breakdown using Hudl, prepared scouting materials, and assisted with recruiting throughout Mississippi and Louisiana. His responsibilities expanded to include support for equipment operations and coordination of strength and conditioning. A native of Rol