Hines Ward Named Wide Receivers Coach at Arizona State

Former Pittsburgh Steelers star and Super Bowl MVP, Hines Ward, joins Arizona State's football coaching staff.

Hines Ward, acclaimed for his NFL career with the Pittsburgh Steelers, has been appointed as the wide receivers coach at Arizona State University.
Ward replaces Ra'Shaad Samples, who recently left for Oregon, and brings a wealth of experience, including previous coaching roles and two Super Bowl wins.
Kenny Dillingham, Arizona State's head coach, emphasized seeking a coach with significant experience and the ability to inspire and develop players.
Ward's appointment is seen as a strategic move to bolster the wide receiver unit, considered one of the strongest groups in the program.
The new role for Ward comes after his coaching stints at Florida Atlantic and as a head coach in the XFL, underscoring his readiness for this position.