Frank Gansz Jr. Legacy in Football | Huntsville News

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

Frank Gansz Jr., a respected football coach known for his work in college and the NFL, has died at 64. A special teams guru who followed in his father’s footsteps, Gansz Jr. coached at powerhouse programs like Houston, UCLA, and Pittsburgh, and held key roles with the Raiders, Chiefs, and Ravens — including helping the Chiefs’ return game dominate during Dante Hall’s Pro Bowl years. His final stop was as special teams coordinator for the St. Louis Battlehawks, where he was hailed as a mentor and advocate for integrity in the game. His legacy spans decades of shaping players and coaches across…