
Winston DeLattiboudere’s coaching trajectory has been nothing short of impressive. His rise from graduate assistant to defensive line coach, and now to assistant head coach at Minnesota, shows how quickly he’s made an impact in the coaching world. The fact that he helped the Gophers’ defense significantly improve in just two seasons — with sacks going up each year — demonstrates his ability to develop players and bring out their best.
His time as a player at Minnesota, combined with his experience at Charlotte, Oregon, and Akron, has given him a well-rounded understanding of the game. It’s clear that DeLattiboudere’s move to the NFL with the Arizona Cardinals is just the next logical step in his career. His background, especially as a defensive line coach, aligns well with the NFL’s growing emphasis on pass rush and defensive line play.
The potential addition of edge rusher Jah Joyner to the Cardinals could make for an interesting pairing, especially if DeLattiboudere brings the same level of player development to the NFL that he did with the Gophers.
Do you think DeLattiboudere’s success at Minnesota will translate quickly to the NFL?
That’s a significant jump for Jah Joyner! It’s always great to see players elevate their stock during events like the Senior Bowl, where scouts get a closer look at their abilities in a more competitive setting. Moving from a Day 3 prospect to potentially a Day 2 pick is a testament to how impressive his play was in Mobile.
With DeLattiboudere’s coaching background, if the Cardinals are indeed considering Joyner, they might see a lot of upside in him. If Joyner continues to develop under the right coaching, especially with someone like DeLattiboudere who knows how to maximize a defensive lineman’s potential, he could make an immediate impact at the next level.
Do you think Joyner’s rise at the Senior Bowl was a fluke, or do you think his success is something that can sustain itself through the draft process?
The Gopher connection that Nick Rallis has with Winston Delattiboudere III is fascinating.
It would be tremendous to see Winston light up the Cardinals’ defensive line.