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Eight Things You Didn't Know About D-Line Coach Jethro Franklin

1. Defensive line coach Jethro Franklin was born in St. Lazaire, France, where his father was stationed in the military.

2. Coach Franklin grew up just down the street in San Jose, Calif.

3. Former Raiders defensive line coach Mike Wauffle was Coach Franklin’s defensive line coach at Fresno State.

4. Two-time All-American selection as defensive lineman at Fresno State.

5. No. 1 overall draft choice of the San Antonio Riders of the World League of American Football in 1991 before opting to begin his coaching career instead.