Arthur Ray Jr.
Chicago,IL
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Offensive Line Coach
Howard University
02.2023 - Current
- Overall organization and player development for both run and pass game
- Recruiting areas: Delaware, Louisiana, Alabama, Illinois, Indiana, San Antonio Texas
- Division I (FCS)
Bill Walsh Minority Coaching Fellowship
NFL
- Washington Commanders, 2024
- Green Bay Packers, 2023
- Jacksonville Jaguars, 2022
- LA Rams, 2020(virtual)
- Spent time during OTAS and Training Camp in the offensive line room.
Offensive Line Analyst/Quality Control
University of Arkansas
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted with offensive line development, practice, and game preparation
- Supported the offensive staff with recruiting and game-planning tasks
- #1 Explosive Rushing offense in SEC for 2021 season
- Division I (SEC)
Offensive Line Coach/ Recruiting Coordinator
Northwood University
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Developed offensive line players for both run and pass game
- Oversaw all recruiting activities, including visits and compliance
- Compliance/Financial aid Liaison
- Recruiting areas: Chicago, Kalamazoo/Battle Creek Michigan, Northwest-Indiana
- Division II (GLIAC)
Head Football Coach
Curie Metropolitan High School
02.2018 - 07.2019
- In charge of all football, and administrative activities for the entire program
- Manage team instruction for Offense, Defense, Special Teams
- Varsity Football Team
Offensive Line Coach
De La Salle Institute
12.2016 - 02.2018
- Varsity Football Team
Education
Sports Management -
Fort Lewis College
Durango, CO12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI12.2012
Accomplishments
- Player development — All-Conference honors: In 2023, under his coaching, four linemen (Anim Dankwah, Deshawn Ingram, Da’Metris Weatherspoon, and Darius Fox) were named to the All-MEAC team.
- In 2024, Ray coached linemen Darius Fox and Tim Artis Jr. to All-MEAC honors.
- HBCU All-American recognition for players: Dankwah, Ingram and Weatherspoon were also named to the BOXTOROW HBCU All-American Team.
- Next Level Development: Anim Dankwah was selected to participate in East-West Shrine game, and the NFL Combine.
- Dankwah signed as an undrafted free agent with the Philadelphia Eagles
- Selected to the 2025 AFCA 35 under 35 Coaches leadership Institute
Timeline
Offensive Line Coach
Howard University
02.2023 - Current
Offensive Line Analyst/Quality Control
University of Arkansas
07.2021 - 03.2022
Offensive Line Coach/ Recruiting Coordinator
Northwood University
07.2019 - 07.2021
Head Football Coach
Curie Metropolitan High School
02.2018 - 07.2019
Offensive Line Coach
De La Salle Institute
12.2016 - 02.2018
Bill Walsh Minority Coaching Fellowship
NFL
Sports Management -
Fort Lewis College
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Michigan State University