Eddie Chalmers Jr. enters his second season as an Offensive Student Assistant under Head Coach Chris Springer at Bethel University. Chalmers also assists with the Wildcats’ Special Teams unit.
A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Chalmers is a graduate of Whitehaven High School. He began his collegiate playing career at Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois, where he was a two-year starter before entering the transfer portal and transferring to Bethel University. During his time at Bethel, Chalmers was a member of the Wildcats football program and gained valuable experience that helped shape his transition from player to coach. Chalmers is currently pursuing a degree in Physical Education.
Chalmers began his coaching career at Sheffield High School in Memphis, Tennessee, where he coached the offensive and defensive lines. Following his final season coaching high school football, Chalmers was selected to serve as the Offensive Line Coach for the AutoZone Liberty Bowl All-Star Game.
Outside of football, Chalmers enjoys spending time with his family and support system. He also enjoys attending coaching clinics and continuing to expand his knowledge of the game.
Chalmers is passionate about developing the whole athlete, both on and off the field. His coaching philosophy is rooted in the morals, values, and lessons he learned from his father and mentor, Eddie Chalmers Sr. He strives to use those lessons to positively impact the athletes he coaches and help them grow as players, students, and young men.
