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William Robert Wallace, Jr. (born June 23, 1992) is an American football coach and former player. He played college football at Ole Miss and was the Rebels' starting quarterback from 2012 to 2014.

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College career

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Wallace attended Arkansas State University in 2010 under head coach Steve Roberts. He was redshirted for his first year. In 2011, he transferred to East Mississippi Community College, where he passed for 4,604 yards and 53 touchdowns, setting NJCAA records for passing touchdowns and total offense.[2] In 2012, he transferred to the University of Mississippi to play under head coach Hugh Freeze.[3] On August 30, he was named the Rebels starting quarterback.[4] On November 27, he was awarded the Conerly Trophy, which is given to the best college football player in the state of Mississippi.[5] On January 5, 2013, he was named the BBVA Compass Bowl MVP.[6] On December 30, 2013, he was named the Music City Bowl MVP.[7]

Statistics

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Passing Rushing
Season GP Comp Att Comp % Yds TD INT RAT Att Yds TD
2012 13 235 368 63.9 2,994 22 17 142.7 143 390 8
2013 13 283 437 64.8 3,346 18 10 138.1 131 355 6
2014 13 229 381 60.1 3,194 22 14 142.2 121 199 5
Total 39 747 1,186 63.0 9,534 62 41 140.8 395 944 19

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split Broad jump
6 ft 3+5⁄8 in
(1.92 m)		 211 lb
(96 kg)		 32+1⁄8 in
(0.82 m)		 9+3⁄8 in
(0.24 m)		 5.09 s 1.77 s 2.89 s 8 ft 8 in
(2.64 m)
All values from Ole Miss Pro Day[8]

Wallace went undrafted in the 2015 NFL draft.[9] Wallace was invited to the Kansas City Chiefs rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.[10] He was not signed to a contract at the conclusion of the rookie minicamp.

Coaching career

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In February 2016, Marshall County, out of Tennessee, announced that Wallace would be the quarterback coach at Marshall County High School, where his younger brother was the high school quarterback.[11]

In January 2017, East Mississippi Community College announced that Wallace was hired to be the team's quarterback coach. Wallace won a national championship at EMCC in 2011 and won NJCAA player of the year. [12]

On December 9, 2020, Pearl River Community College announced that Wallace had been hired as the co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach.[13]

On November 16, 2021, Holmes Community College announced that Wallace had been hired as the quarterbacks coach.[14]

In April 2023, Wallace was named offensive coordinator and admissions assistant for the Bruins of the University School of Jackson.[15]

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Bo Wallace (born June 23, 1992) is an American football coach and former quarterback who played collegiately for the from 2012 to 2014, where he started every game over three seasons and led the team to three consecutive bowl appearances. A native of , Wallace amassed 9,534 passing yards and 62 passing touchdowns during his career, rankings that placed him second in school history for both categories at the time of his graduation. He earned the 2012 as Mississippi's top player after throwing for 2,994 yards and 22 touchdowns in his debut season with the Rebels. Wallace's path to Ole Miss began at Giles County High School in Pulaski, where he led the to the 2009 TSSAA Class 4A state championship, setting a state record with 4,195 total offensive yards as a senior while earning Player of the Year honors. After a freshman year at in 2010, he transferred to , where in 2011 he guided the Lions to an NJCAA national title, breaking single-season records with 4,604 passing yards and 53 passing touchdowns en route to National Offensive Player of the Year accolades as a freshman. At Ole Miss under head coach , Wallace also contributed as a runner, adding 944 rushing yards and 19 rushing touchdowns to his totals, though he led the in interceptions during two of his seasons (17 in 2012 and 14 in 2014). Following his college career, Wallace went undrafted in the and signed with the as an undrafted free agent but was released before the regular season. He transitioned to coaching in 2015, beginning as a defensive backs coach at The Episcopal School of before progressing through high school roles in and multiple junior college positions, including offensive coordinator stints at and . As of 2025, Wallace serves as and quarterbacks coach at the of Jackson, a private high school in .

Early life and high school career

Early life

William Robert "Bo" Wallace Jr. was born on June 23, 1992, in Pulaski, Tennessee. He is the son of Bill and Trina Wallace. Wallace has a younger brother, Bryce, who later played quarterback at Giles County High School in Pulaski. Raised in the small town of Pulaski in Giles County, Wallace grew up in a family environment that supported his athletic pursuits. His father noted that Wallace initially showed promise in but shifted his focus to football upon entering high school, where he began to develop his skills in the sport.

High school career

Bo Wallace attended Giles County High School in , where he played for the Bobcats football team. As a senior in 2009, he led the team to the TSSAA Class 4A state championship, capping a 14-game . During his senior season, Wallace completed 70 percent of his passes for 3,288 yards and 37 touchdowns, while accumulating 4,195 total yards of offense, setting school records for single-season passing and total offense as well as a Tennessee state record for total offense. Over his high school career, he amassed 6,395 passing yards and 8,778 yards of total offense, establishing Giles County records and ranking seventh all-time in high school history for passing yards and fifth for total offense. Wallace's performance earned him the Class AA Mr. Football award from the and State Player of the Year honors in 2009. Rated as a two-star recruit by , Wallace signed with on February 3, 2010, and enrolled there later that year.

College career

Junior college career

Wallace signed with Arkansas State in 2010 as a highly touted recruit and enrolled as a true that fall. Under , he was redshirted during the season and saw no game action, remaining buried on the depth chart behind starter Ryan Aplin. Frustrated by the lack of playing time, Wallace transferred after one year to seek a more prominent role. In 2011, Wallace transferred to (EMCC), where he started all 12 games as the Lions' under head coach . He led EMCC to an undefeated 12-0 record, culminating in a 55-47 victory over in the NJCAA game, known as the El Toro Bowl, securing the program's first national title. Wallace's performance was instrumental in the Lions' high-powered offense, which averaged over 50 points per game en route to the title. During his lone season at EMCC, Wallace passed for 4,604 yards on 336-of-502 completions (66.9 percent), throwing 53 touchdowns and just 14 interceptions, while also rushing for 206 yards and five scores. His totals set NJCAA single-season records for passing yards and total offense (4,810 yards), and he earned first-team NJCAA All-American honors as the nation's top . Following this standout campaign, Wallace signed with the (Ole Miss) in January 2012, enrolling for the spring semester with three years of eligibility remaining.

Ole Miss career

Bo Wallace transferred to the in January 2012 after a standout junior college career and quickly won the starting position during preseason camp. In his debut season, he started all 13 games, guiding the Rebels to a 7-6 record that marked a significant turnaround from the previous year's 2-10 finish. Wallace's dual-threat ability helped snap a 16-game losing streak with a 41-20 victory over Auburn, where he scored four total touchdowns, and capped the year with a 41-24 win in the against State. His performance earned him the as 's top player, and he was named MVP of the Music City Bowl after leading a 38-17 victory over , Ole Miss's first bowl win since 2009. In 2013, Wallace started all 13 games despite dealing with a surgically repaired injury, leading the Rebels to an 8-5 record and securing a berth in the Chick-fil-A . A highlight was his poised play in a 27-24 upset over sixth-ranked LSU, where he completed 30 of 39 passes for 346 yards and orchestrated a game-winning drive in the final minutes. Although a fumble near the goal line contributed to a loss in the against Mississippi State, Wallace rebounded as MVP of the , throwing for 256 yards and a in a 38-17 rout of , extending Ole Miss's bowl winning streak to six. Wallace started all 12 regular-season games in , steering the to a 9-4 record highlighted by upsets over ranked opponents. He threw for 251 yards and three in a 23-17 victory against eleventh-ranked , ending a decade-long skid against the Crimson Tide, and added 220 passing yards with a rushing in a 31-17 win over third-ranked Mississippi State. The season concluded with a disappointing 42-3 loss to TCU in the , but Wallace's consistency throughout the year helped solidify Ole Miss's resurgence. Over his three seasons as starter, Wallace became the first Ole Miss quarterback since Romaro Miller (1998–2000) to lead the team to three consecutive bowl appearances, amassing school records for career total offensive yards (10,478) and passing efficiency. His leadership transformed the ' offense into a high-scoring unit capable of competing against top SEC talent, setting the stage for future success under coach .

Statistics

Bo Wallace's college statistics encompass his junior college season at (EMCC) in 2011 and his three seasons at the (Ole Miss) from 2012 to 2014, excluding his redshirt year at Arkansas State in 2010. Over 51 games, he accumulated 1,083 passing completions on 1,688 attempts for 14,138 yards and 115 touchdowns, alongside 1,150 rushing yards and 24 rushing touchdowns.

Passing Statistics

YearTeamGamesCompletionsAttemptsYardsTDsINTsYards/AttemptCompletion %Efficiency Rating
2011EMCC123365024,60453149.266.9182.5
2012Ole Miss132353682,99422178.163.9142.7
2013Ole Miss132834373,34618107.764.8138.1
2014Ole Miss132293813,19422148.460.1142.2
Career-511,0831,68814,138115558.464.2146.3
These figures reflect Wallace's dual-threat capabilities, with his EMCC performance leading the NJCAA in passing touchdowns and total offense average (400.8 yards per game). At Ole Miss, he ranked among the Southeastern Conference leaders in passing yards per game, averaging 244.5 over his career.

Rushing Statistics

YearTeamGamesAttemptsYardsTDsYards/Attempt
2011EMCC126120653.4
2012Ole Miss1314339082.7
2013Ole Miss1313135562.7
2014Ole Miss1312119951.6
Career-514561,150242.5
Wallace's rushing contributions added significant mobility to his game, particularly in 2012 when he led Ole Miss quarterbacks in rushing yards.

Total Offense Statistics

YearTeamGamesPlaysYardsYards/Game
2011EMCC125634,810400.8
2012Ole Miss135113,384260.3
2013Ole Miss135683,701284.7
2014Ole Miss135023,393261.0
Career-512,14415,288299.8
His career total offense of 15,288 yards across college highlights his impact as a . At Ole Miss, Wallace set school records in several passing and total offense categories upon his departure in , including career passing yards (9,534), completions (747), attempts (1,186), completion percentage (63.0%), passing efficiency (140.8), and total offense (10,478). These marks ranked him 14th in SEC history for career passing yards and 15th for completions. Nationally, his 2011 EMCC season placed him first in NJCAA passing touchdowns.

Professional career

Canadian Football League

Following his release from the Kansas City Chiefs during the 2015 training camp, where he had signed as an undrafted after a college career at Ole Miss that included 9,534 passing yards and 62 touchdowns, Wallace attracted interest from teams in the as a means to extend his professional playing aspirations. At 6 feet 4 inches and 217 pounds, Wallace's size and arm strength aligned well with the demands of CFL quarterbacks, who often operate in a wide-open offensive scheme requiring mobility and deep throws. He received interest from multiple CFL franchises in 2015 but did not pursue opportunities at that time. In early 2016, the extended a specific invitation for Wallace to attend their minicamp, providing an opportunity to compete for a role, but he turned it down to focus on his coaching career.

Release and aftermath

No additional tryouts in the CFL or occurred after his release from the Chiefs training . Following the Chiefs release, Wallace began transitioning to coaching in late 2015 as an assistant at the Episcopal School of . He voiced disappointment over leaving the game as a player, saying, "I really miss competing, I miss being a part of a , I miss being able to lead," yet embraced the transition, adding, "I want to move on with my life... I don’t want to be at this point in my life, if I went to the CFL and was able to play there a couple of years, when I was 30 years old instead of being able to at 23." Wallace's professional playing career concluded after the Chiefs camp despite a strong finish to his years at Ole Miss, capped by a 9-4 record and victories over top-ranked and Mississippi State in 2014. In reflecting on potential paths, he has stated that appearing in a preseason game during his 2015 Kansas City camp "would have had a better shot" at extending his playing days.

Coaching career

High school coaching

After turning down offers from the Canadian Football League in 2015, Bo Wallace transitioned into coaching by accepting his first role as an assistant football coach at The Episcopal School of Dallas in , where he led the defensive backs for the 2015 season. In this position, Wallace focused on player development and implementing defensive schemes tailored to high school athletes, drawing on his own experiences as a to emphasize fundamentals like coverage techniques and under pressure. The Eagles competed in the Southwestern Preparatory Conference, achieving a competitive standing in their division that year. In 2016, Wallace shifted to the offensive side of the ball as the quarterbacks coach at Marshall County High School in , under Thomas Osteen, who had previously mentored him during his playing days. His responsibilities included developing young s through scheme implementation and personalized training, with a particular emphasis on improving accuracy and leadership—skills he honed from his college career at Ole Miss. Notably, Wallace coached his younger brother, Bryce Wallace, who served as the starting , helping to guide the sophomore's growth in a high-stakes role. Under Wallace's guidance, the Marshall County Tigers posted a strong 12-2 record during the 2016 season, including a perfect 5-0 mark in their region, and advanced to the Class 4A state semifinals. This success highlighted the impact of his offensive contributions, particularly in elevating the passing game amid a playoff push. Wallace has credited these early high school roles with allowing him to build teaching skills while mentoring athletes, motivated by a desire to pass on the lessons from his own competitive background.

Junior college coaching

In 2017, Wallace returned to his , (EMCC), as quarterbacks coach and assistant . During his tenure, the Lions achieved an 11-1 record and won the NJCAA , defeating 31-28 in the title game. After serving as offensive coordinator at Giles County High School in 2018 and Fayette Ware High School in , Wallace entered coordination in as at . At age 28, he led an offensive turnaround, improving the Tigers from a 1-8 record in to 3-2 in the COVID-shortened —their most wins since 2016. The unit averaged 396.2 yards per game, including 201.6 rushing yards, a marked increase from the prior year's 18.8 points per game. Wallace advanced to co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at in December 2020. In 2021, the Wildcats finished 2-7 overall and 0-6 in conference play, with the offense averaging 19.9 points and 320.2 yards per game under his shared leadership. He emphasized development and program building, drawing on his playing experience to mentor young talent in the MACCC. Later that year, on November 16, 2021, Wallace joined Holmes Community College as quarterbacks coach, continuing his focus on QB progression in ranks. His early JUCO roles highlighted rapid growth from to coordinator, contributing to offensive improvements and team competitiveness at multiple programs.

High school coaching (University School of Jackson)

In 2023, Bo Wallace joined the of Jackson (USJ) as and quarterbacks coach for the Bruins football team, while also serving as an admissions assistant to support program recruitment and enrollment efforts. His role involves designing offensive schemes inspired by his playing experience under at Ole Miss, emphasizing a with a focus on development and player progression to higher levels of competition. Wallace has highlighted his commitment to recruiting talented athletes in the region, leveraging his background to build depth and implement strategies that prioritize explosive plays and quarterback protection. During his tenure at USJ, Wallace has contributed to notable program growth, with the Bruins achieving a 7-5 record in 2023, including a 3-2 mark in region play. The 2024 season saw further improvement, culminating in an 11-2 overall record and a deep playoff run before a second-round loss, marking one of the program's strongest campaigns in recent years. As of November 2025, Wallace's efforts in quarterback coaching and offensive innovation have helped sustain momentum, with the team holding a 9-1 record and ranked No. 2 in Division II-A in the TSWA/ rankings. Key player developments under his guidance include standout performances from quarterbacks and skill position players, such as a Class of 2027 quarterback who posted 1,606 passing yards, 20 touchdowns, and a 65% completion rate in the regular season. Prior to USJ, Wallace experienced a transitional period in 2022 following his roles, with no documented interim positions at four-year institutions during that year. His broader impact at USJ draws directly from at Ole Miss, where Freeze's high-tempo offense shaped his philosophy, though Wallace has publicly critiqued aspects of that era, including player treatment. In September 2024, following Auburn's loss to , Wallace used to lambast Freeze for publicly blaming quarterbacks, stating, "All the guy did was break my body in half and I played every game getting a numbing shot before warmups," underscoring ongoing tensions from his playing days. These comments highlight Wallace's emphasis on supportive coaching environments in his current role.

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