MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Bert Watts has been named Memphis football's linebackers coach, Tigers head coach Ryan Silverfield announced Friday. Watts, who comes to Memphis as Fresno State's defensive coordinator, rounds out Silverfield's first coaching staff as Memphis head coach.
Watts most recently completed his third season with the Fresno State Bulldogs. In a trio of years, Watts' defense ranked in the Top 10 nationally in several statistical categories. In 2018, the Bulldogs finished with a 12-2 record and were Mountain West Champions.
"Coach Bert Watts is a tremendous addition to our coaching staff.