Savannah State University Football
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Savannah State University Football

NCAA D2Southern Intercol. Ath. Conf.Savannah, GA

Coaching Staff (11)

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Aaron Kelton

Head Coach

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Clyde Grady
Clyde Grady

Co-Defensive Coordinator/DB's Coach

Clyde Grady enters his first season at Savannah State University as the Co-Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach.  A defensive backs specialist with

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Derry Pinkston
Derry Pinkston

Offensive Analyst

Derry Pinkston is entering his sixth year as a member of the Savannah State University football coaching staff. This year he will make the shift from running back

Harold Nelson
Harold Nelson

Tight Ends Coach

Harold Nelson enters his third season at Savannah State University.  He will serve as Tight Ends Coach this season. Nelson is a native of Savannah, Georgia and a

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Jessie Dove
Jessie Dove

Offensive Line Coach/Run Game Coordinator

Jessie Dove is in his first season as the Run Game Coordinator and Offensive Line Coach at Savannah State University, where he brings a proven track record of developing

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Matthew Fultz
Matthew Fultz

Director of Player Development

Matthew Fultz enters his first season at Savannah State University as Director of Player Development, bringing more than two decades of leadership experience in

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Quentin Burrell
Quentin Burrell

Assistant Head Coach/Offensive Coordinator/QB's Coach

Quentin Burrell enters his first season at Savannah State University as the Assistant Head Coach, Offensive Coordinator, and Quarterbacks Coach, bringing more than

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Randall Moss
Randall Moss

Video Coordinator/Defensive Analyst

Randall Moss has been a part of the Savannah State football program since 2013. Born in Cleveland, Ohio and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, Moss came to Savannah

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Russell Ellington III
Russell Ellington III

Running Backs Coach

Russell Ellington III enters his second season on the Savannah State University football staff. After working with the wide receivers last season, Ellington will

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Shawn L. Thomas
Shawn L. Thomas

Special Teams Coordinator

Coach Shawn Thomas joins the Savannah State University football staff as the Tigers special teams coordinator. Thomas comes to SSU after working two years as

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Thomas Howard
Thomas Howard

Head Football Coach

Thomas Howard was named the 28th head football coach in the history of the program on December 22, 2025. Howard comes to Savannah State with an extensive resume

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Program Snapshot

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many coaches does Savannah State University Football have?
The Savannah State University Football program currently has 11 coaching staff members listed.
Who is the head coach of Savannah State University Football?
Aaron Kelton is the current head coach of Savannah State University Football.
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What division is Savannah State University Football?
Savannah State University competes in NCAA D2 (Division II).
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Academic Snapshot

NCAA D2PublicHBCUNCAA since 1952Graduate
3219 College St, Savannah, GA 31404
Undergrad Enrollment
2,727
Avg Net Price
$8,683/yr
In-State Tuition
$5,498/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,218/yr
6-Year Graduation Rate
25%
Freshman Retention
70%
Avg Earnings (10yr)
$35,000/yr

Last verified: Mar 2026