To answer the question in the title of this article as quickly as possible, Ike Hilliard’s track record says yes.
The Atlanta Falcons coaching staff underwent a significant makeover this offseason, with the spotlight on the trio of Raheem Morris, Jimmy Lake, and Zac Robinson. Head coaches and coordinators are often directly associated with the product on the field, whereas positional coaches are treated more like cogs in the greater machine. However, many have come to understand that’s not quite the case.
Dwayne Ledford’s ascension to an incredibly valuable asset for the Falcons exemplifies how impactful position coaches are and how they offer their head coach and coordinators a wealth of knowledge.