Former NFL’er Michael Pierce named Gulf Shores (AL) named defensive tackles coach
The Gulf Shores (AL) Gulf Shores football program made a big addition to their coaching staff this past week, according to an announcement by the team via social media . [ $19. 99 gets you a FULL year of On3 | Rivals national coverage ] Per the announcement, the Dolphins have added former NFL’er Michael Pierce as the team’s defensive tackles coach for the 2026 season.
Pierce, who is an alum of Daphne (AL) Daphne , played in the NFL from 2016-2024 for the Baltimore Ravens and Minnesota Vikings, respectively. “We are excited to have Michael coaching and, especially, developing our young men,” the announcement read via Instagram. “Academics are important to him — obviously, being a (Tulane) graduate — and he will bring a wealth of experience as a player with the Baltimore (Ravens) and Minnesota (Vikings).
Our kids are excited to be coached by him and to be around him each day! What a great opportunity our kids have! ” NFL veteran DL Michael Pierce has been named DT coach at Gulf Shores.
Michael joins what is already the most experienced high school staff in the country. “We are excited to have Michael developing our young men! ” -Coach Hud Michael #BallsAtTheBeach @ravens @vikings @GreenWaveFB pic.
twitter. com/HBAwo8vh5Y — Gulf Shores High School Football (@GSHSDolphins) April 25, 2026 Pierce played eight seasons overall, opting out in the 2020 campaign due to the coronavirus pandemic, totaling 238 total tackles, 9. 5 sacks, six fumble recoveries, three forced fumbles, five pass deflections and an interception.