RUSTON – Louisiana Tech head football coach Sonny Cumbie announced Thursday the hiring of Tony Franklin as the team’s new offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach. Franklin returns to Ruston for his second tenure as offensive coordinator, holding the same position at LA Tech for three seasons from 2010-12.
“We’re excited to welcome back to Louisiana Tech an experienced play caller that has been highly successful every place he’s been-including here,” said Cumbie. “Tony is going to build relationships with our players and staff, lead them well, while implementing an explosive and productive offense. I’m looking forward to welcoming him and Laura back to Ruston and Louisiana Tech.”
A longtime play caller, Franklin brings over 40 years of coaching experience, including 16 years as an FBS offensive coordinator. He most recently served as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the Army Sprint Football Team in 2022…