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Carson Brown Strong (born September 14, 1999) is an American former football quarterback. He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2022, and was also a member of the Arizona Cardinals and Michigan Panthers. He played college football at Nevada.

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Early life

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Strong was born on September 14, 1999, in Vacaville, California.[1] He later attended Will C. Wood High School, where he passed for 2,732 yards and 26 touchdowns as a junior. He did not play his senior season due to a knee injury.[2] In June 2017, Strong announced his commitment to play college football at the University of Nevada, Reno.[3] Nevada was Strong's only FBS offer despite being a three-star recruit.[4]

College career

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Strong made his debut at Nevada against Portland State in August 2018, where he rushed for 4 yards in the 72–19 win. He redshirted his first year at Nevada. Strong was named the starting quarterback for the 2019 season.[5][6] In 10 starts, he completed 237 of 374 passes for 2,335 yards with 11 touchdowns and seven interceptions.[7]

He returned as a starter in 2020.[8] Despite a shortened season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Strong and the Wolf Pack finished with a 7–2 record and won against Tulane in the 2020 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl. Strong started 9 games that season, completing 249 of 355 passes for 2,858 yards, 27 touchdowns and 4 interceptions, winning the Mountain West Conference Offensive Player of the Year award.

In 2021, Strong led the Wolf Pack to an 8–4 record in his best season at Nevada. Strong completed 366 of 522 passes for 4,175 passing yards, 36 touchdowns and 8 interceptions, winning the Mountain West Offensive Player of the Year award again and becoming the fifth player in conference history to win the award in back-to-back years.[9] On December 14, 2021, Strong announced his intention to opt-out of the 2021 Quick Lane Bowl and to declare for the 2022 NFL draft.[10]

College statistics

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Season Games Passing Rushing
GP GS Record Cmp Att Pct Yds TD Int Rtg Att Yds Avg TD
2018 1 0 — 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0.0 1 4 4.0 0
2019 10 9 5–4 237 374 63.4 2,335 11 7 121.8 54 6 0.9 0
2020 9 9 7–2 249 355 70.1 2,858 27 4 160.6 33 95 2.9 0
2021 12 12 8–4 366 523 70.0 4,175 36 8 156.8 51 208 4.1 0
Career 32 30 20–10 853 1,253 68.1 9,379 74 19 147.5 139 305 2.2 0

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span Wonderlic
6 ft 3+3⁄8 in
(1.91 m) 		226 lb
(103 kg) 		32 in
(0.81 m) 		9+1⁄8 in
(0.23 m)		 22[11]
All values from NFL Combine[12][13][14]

Philadelphia Eagles

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On April 30, 2022, Strong signed an undrafted free-agent deal with the Philadelphia Eagles.[15] It included a $20,000 signing bonus and $300,000 base guarantee.[16] He was released on August 30.[17]

Arizona Cardinals

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On December 13, 2022, Strong was signed to the practice squad of the Arizona Cardinals.[18] He was released one week later.[19]

Michigan Panthers

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On March 19, 2023, Strong signed with the Michigan Panthers of the United States Football League (USFL).[20] He was placed on injured reserve on May 16, 2023.[21] He was not part of the roster after the 2024 UFL dispersal draft on January 15, 2024,[22] and was waived on January 29.[23] Two days later, Strong announced his retirement from playing, citing recurrent knee issues.[24]

USFL statistics

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Year Team Games Passing
GP GS Cmp Att Pct Yds Y/A TD Int Rtg
2023 MICH 4 0 31 49 63.3 266 5.4 1 2 67.2

Coaching career

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On July 21, 2023, Strong joined Colorado State University's coaching staff under Jay Norvell as a volunteer assistant.[25]

A week after starting at Colorado State, Strong joined his alma mater Nevada's coaching staff as an assistant coach.[26]

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Carson Strong (born September 14, 1999) is an coach and former . He played for the , where he was named Mountain West Offensive Player of the Year in 2020 and 2021, setting school records with 9,368 passing yards and 74 touchdown passes over his career. After going undrafted in the , Strong signed with the as an undrafted free agent and later joined the ' . In 2023, he played for the of the (USFL). Transitioning to coaching, he served as a staff assistant at in 2023 and offensive coordinator at in 2024 before joining as assistant quarterbacks coach in February 2025.

Early life

Little is known about Carson Strong's early life. He was born in 1946. Prior to his Ph.D., details on his family, upbringing, and earlier education are not publicly documented in available sources.

College career

University of Nevada

Carson Strong enrolled at the in 2018 as a true from . He appeared in one game that season without recording any passing attempts, preserving his redshirt status. In 2019, as a redshirt , Strong emerged as the starter midway through the season, helping lead the Wolf Pack to a 6-7 record and a berth in the . His year in 2020 was a breakout, starting all nine games in a COVID-shortened season and guiding to an 6-2 mark. Strong capped his college career in 2021, starting all 12 games and leading the team to a 8-4 regular season before a loss in the , where he set bowl records with 31 completions for 402 yards. Over his four seasons, Strong set program records for career passing yards (9,368) and touchdowns (74), establishing himself as one of the most prolific in school history.

College statistics and awards

Over his college career at the University of Nevada, Carson Strong amassed 9,368 passing yards, 74 passing touchdowns, and 19 interceptions while completing 68.1% of his 1,252 pass attempts across 32 games. These totals reflect his development as a starting in the Mountain West Conference, where he appeared in just one game as a before taking over as the primary signal-caller from his sophomore year onward. Strong's statistical output varied significantly by season, highlighting his progression. In 2019, as a , he threw for 2,335 yards and 11 touchdowns in 10 games. His sophomore year in 2020 saw a breakout, with 2,858 yards and a conference-leading 27 touchdowns over nine games. Strong capped his college tenure in 2021, passing for 4,175 yards and 36 touchdowns in 12 starts, setting single-season school records in the process.
SeasonGamesCompletionsAttemptsCompletion %YardsTDINT
20191023737463.4%2,335117
2020924935570.1%2,858274
20211236652370.0%4,175368
Career328521,25268.1%9,3687419
*Includes 1 game in 2018 with no passing attempts. Strong's accolades underscored his dominance in the Mountain West, earning Offensive Player of the Year honors in both 2020 and 2021, becoming one of only a few back-to-back winners in conference history. He was also named to the All-Mountain West First Team as a and junior. Nationally, Strong reached the top 10 for the in 2021, recognizing his senior-season performance. In terms of efficiency, Strong's 2021 campaign featured a 70.0% completion rate and 8.0 yards per attempt, contributing to a passer rating of 162.1 while leading the conference in passing yards and touchdowns. His career interception rate of 1.5% demonstrated strong , particularly in 2020 when he threw just four picks despite high volume. These metrics positioned him among the top quarterbacks in the Football Bowl Subdivision for accuracy and productivity.

Professional career

Philadelphia Eagles

Following the 2022 NFL Draft on April 30, 2022, Carson Strong signed with the as an undrafted free agent, securing a contract that included a $20,000 and $300,000 in guaranteed base salary—one of the largest guarantees for a rookie undrafted . Strong participated in the Eagles' rookie minicamp in early May 2022, where he impressed coaches with his arm strength and accuracy during non-contact drills, building on his college performance as Nevada's all-time leading passer. He then joined organized team activities (OTAs) and mandatory minicamp in June, competing for the third-string role behind and . During training camp in late July and August, Strong received limited reps but focused on learning the playbook and contributing in scout-team practices. In the preseason, Strong appeared in limited action, completing 1 of 4 passes for 6 yards while playing primarily with the third-team offense. His limited exposure highlighted challenges in adapting to speed, though he showed pocket presence reminiscent of his invitation earlier that year, where he had showcased his skills to over 30 teams. On August 29, 2022, the Eagles waived Strong as part of final roster cuts to reach the 53-man limit, ending his brief tenure with the team after he failed to secure a spot on the active roster or .

Arizona Cardinals

Following his release from the in late August 2022, Carson Strong signed with the ' practice squad on December 13, 2022. The move came amid uncertainty at for , shortly after starter sustained a torn ACL in Week 14. Strong spent one week on the Cardinals' before being released on December 20, 2022, to make room for quarterback James Morgan. During his brief tenure, he did not appear in any games or receive elevation to the active roster. A chronic right , stemming from an lesion that required surgeries in high school and college, significantly impacted Strong's professional evaluations and limited his on-field snaps with the Cardinals. The condition, which forced him to wear a brace throughout his career, raised concerns about his long-term mobility and contributed to his undrafted status in 2022.

Michigan Panthers and USFL

Carson Strong signed with the of the (USFL) on March 19, 2023, joining the team as a quarterback option following his release from the NFL's . Throughout the 2023 season, Strong served primarily as a backup quarterback behind , appearing in four games with limited snaps. In one notable relief appearance on April 23, 2023, against the Philadelphia Stars, Strong contributed to the Panthers' 24–10 victory, though detailed individual stats from that game highlight his role in short-yardage situations. Across his limited action, Strong completed 31 of 49 passes for 266 yards, including one and two interceptions, for a 63.3% completion rate. The Panthers concluded the regular season with a 4–6 record, earning the second seed in the North Division and advancing to the , where they fell 31–27 in overtime to the Maulers in the division finals. Strong remained on the depth chart as a reserve, with E.J. Perry also seeing time as a starter in later games.

Retirement

Carson Strong announced his retirement from professional football on January 31, 2024, at the age of 24. The decision was driven primarily by a chronic knee injury that originated during his college career at the University of , requiring five surgeries, multiple injections, drainages, and ongoing rehabilitation. Despite pushing the injury to its limits—including a brief stint playing scout team at Nevada in 2023 to test his recovery—Strong determined that continuing to play was no longer feasible. In reflecting on the brevity of his professional career, which spanned just over two years after signing as an undrafted free agent with the in 2022, Strong expressed gratitude for the support from family, friends, teammates, coaches, doctors, and trainers who helped him navigate the challenges. His final on-field experience came during limited play with the in the USFL during the 2023 season. The health setbacks, compounded by failed NFL medical evaluations, forced a difficult pivot toward coaching as a way to remain involved in the sport while managing his physical limitations. In a 2025 interview with Nevada Sports Net, Strong discussed coming to terms with the end of his playing days, stating that his experiences as a player would ultimately make him a better coach. He acknowledged the emotional struggle of letting go of his NFL aspirations, noting it was "really hard" to make the choice despite his desire to continue competing. Strong emphasized finding purpose beyond the field, viewing his career's short duration as part of a larger plan amid persistent health challenges.

Coaching career

Colorado State University

Carson Strong joined the football staff as a volunteer assistant coach on July 21, 2023, shortly after retiring from professional football due to recurring knee injuries sustained during his time with the in the USFL. In this initial coaching role under head coach , Strong focused on mentoring the quarterbacks, including junior Clay Millen, by providing insights from his own experience as a record-setting . His responsibilities included breaking down film to analyze opponent defenses, coordinating practice drills to refine offensive execution, and assisting with the development of passing schemes tailored to Norvell's air raid system. Strong's brief tenure through the preseason contributed to the ' offensive preparations for the 2023 campaign, helping to instill a quarterback-centric approach that emphasized accuracy and decision-making under pressure. This early experience marked his entry into coaching, leveraging his playing background to support the team's growth. In February 2025, Strong returned to Colorado State as an assistant s coach, reuniting with head coach . In this full-time role, he works directly with Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi, contributing to the development of the ' passing game and offensive strategies within Norvell's system. As of November 2025, Strong continues in this position, building on his prior experience to mentor the quarterback room.

University of Nevada

In August 2023, Carson Strong returned to his , the University of Nevada, joining the football staff as a staff assistant after serving as a volunteer coach at . This move allowed him to leverage his playing experience as a former Wolf Pack , where he had set program records for passing yards (9,368) and touchdowns (74) over four seasons from 2018 to 2021. Strong's responsibilities included assisting the offensive staff in various capacities, such as supporting Garrett McClure with daily operations and learning the fundamentals of coaching. Drawing on his background as a two-time Mountain West Offensive Player of the Year, he contributed to mentoring and offensive game planning during the 2023 season, which saw the Wolf Pack navigate a transitional year under head coach Ken Wilson following Jeff Tedford's mid-season departure. Following the 2023 season and his January 2024 retirement announcement from professional football, Strong departed in early 2024 to take on the role of at for the 2024 season. At , he implemented elements of the and run-pass options (RPOs), mentoring quarterback Braylon Wilson and contributing to the team's development throughout the year. His tenure at is recognized as a foundational step in his coaching career, highlighted by his selection to the Mountain West's 25th Season Football Team as an alumnus in November 2023.

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