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Jack Christopher Coan (born December 8, 1998) is an American professional football quarterback for the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football for Wisconsin and Notre Dame.

Key Information

Early life and college

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Born in Sayville, New York, Coan went to Sayville High School, and in 2017 he decided to commit to the University of Wisconsin to play football. After three seasons Coan was finally the starter for Wisconsin, before suffering an injury that sidelined him for the whole of the 2020 season. He would announce his transfer as a graduate student to the University of Notre Dame, where he was subsequently named the starting quarterback. He would enter the 2022 NFL draft the following year.

College statistics

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Season Games Passing Rushing
GP GS Record Comp Att Pct Yards Avg TD Int Rate Att Yards Avg TD
Wisconsin Badgers
2017 3 0 5 5 100.0 36 7.2 0 0 160.5 0 0 0.0 0
2018 5 3 2–1 56 93 60.2 515 5.5 5 3 118.0 20 −33 −1.7 1
2019 14 14 10–4 236 339 69.6 2,727 8.0 18 5 151.8 56 22 0.4 4
2020 Medical Redshirt Redshirt
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
2021 13 13 11–2 253 386 65.5 3,150 8.2 25 7 151.8 57 −100 −1.8 2
Career[1] 35 30 23–7 550 823 66.8 6,428 7.8 48 15 148.0 133 –111 –0.8 7

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump
6 ft 3+14 in
(1.91 m)
218 lb
(99 kg)
31+18 in
(0.79 m)
9+12 in
(0.24 m)
4.90 s 1.67 s 2.80 s 4.39 s 6.95 s 33.0 in
(0.84 m)
9 ft 7 in
(2.92 m)
All values from NFL Combine[2][3]

Indianapolis Colts

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Coan signed with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2022.[4] He was waived on August 30, 2022.[5]

San Antonio Brahmas

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On November 17, 2022, Coan was picked up by the San Antonio Brahmas of the XFL after the 2023 XFL draft.[6] He was removed from the roster on February 15, 2024.[7]

Saskatchewan Roughriders

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On March 15, 2024, Coan signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League (CFL).[8]

Professional career statistics

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Regular season

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Year League Team Games Passing Rushing
GP GS Record Cmp Att Pct Yds Avg TD Int Rtg Att Yds Avg TD
2023 XFL SA 8 7 2–5 150 242 62.0 1,403 5.8 6 6 75.8 26 108 4.2 0
2024 CFL SSK 18 0 0-0 10 21 47.6 100 4.8 1 0 77.5 3 14 4.7 0
2025 CFL SSK 1 0 0-0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0

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Jack Coan (born December 8, 1998) is an American football quarterback for the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football for the Wisconsin Badgers from 2017 to 2020 and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in 2021, where he recorded career totals of 6,428 passing yards and 48 touchdowns over 38 games. Coan signed with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2022 before joining the XFL's San Antonio Brahmas in 2023 and the Roughriders in 2024. In 2025, he appeared in five games, primarily as a short-yardage quarterback, rushing for three touchdowns. Coan began his college career at as a true freshman in 2017, appearing in six games with limited action, completing all five of his pass attempts for 36 yards. In 2018, he saw increased playing time in five games, throwing for 515 yards, five touchdowns, and three interceptions on 56-of-93 passing. His breakout season came in 2019 as a junior starter for all 14 games, where he set the Wisconsin single-season record for pass completions (236) with a 69.6% completion rate (third in school history) and passed for 2,727 yards and 18 touchdowns, earning All-Big Ten honorable mention and Academic All-Big Ten honors. Over four seasons with the Badgers, he appeared in 25 games with 18 starts, accumulating 3,278 passing yards and 23 touchdowns at a 68.0% completion rate. As a graduate transfer to Notre Dame in 2021, Coan won the starting job and led the Fighting Irish to an 11-2 record, including a appearance. He started all 13 games, passing for 3,150 yards and 25 with seven interceptions at a 65.5% completion rate, leading the FBS independents in both passing yards and that year. Notable performances included a school-record four passes and 366 yards in his debut against Florida State, as well as 345 yards and two against Stanford. Coan was named a finalist for the Senior CLASS Award and a nominee for the Comeback Player of the Year. After going undrafted in the , Coan signed with the Colts and spent time in their training camp before his release. He then joined the of the XFL in 2023, appearing in games during the league's season. In March 2024, the Roughriders signed him. He made his regular-season debut in October 2024 and has appeared in games during the 2024 and 2025 seasons, including as a short-yardage in 2025.

Early life and high school

Family and background

Jack Coan was born on December 8, 1998, in . He grew up in a family with strong ties to Notre Dame, influenced heavily by his father, Mike Coan, a devoted fan of the university. Mike's enthusiasm for Notre Dame was evident in family traditions and connections, including four uncles who each bore Notre Dame tattoos as a symbol of their allegiance. Coan's mother, Donna Coan, played a pivotal role in fostering family support and values centered on uplifting others, which shaped his approach to teamwork and resilience. From an early age, Coan's sports interests were drawn to , a sport prominent on where talent often attracted top college programs. As a high school freshman at , he verbally committed to play lacrosse at Notre Dame, driven by the family's longstanding affinity for the school and the region's reputation for producing elite lax players. However, following his sophomore year, Coan shifted his focus to football, a decision influenced by his high school coach, Rob Hoss, who recognized his potential as a and encouraged him to pursue it over . This pivot was also motivated by the family's pride in Notre Dame's storied football heritage, though Coan ultimately committed to for the gridiron.

High school career

Jack Coan attended in West Sayville, New York, where he played for the Golden Flashes football team. He appeared on the varsity roster for multiple seasons, emerging as the primary leader during key games in his junior and senior years, including a performance of 14 completions for 186 yards and four touchdowns against West Babylon in 2016, during which he set career records for passing yards (7,811) and passing touchdowns (101). Over his high school career (2013–2016), Coan amassed 9,787 passing yards and 132 passing touchdowns. Coan's senior season in 2016 was particularly standout, earning him first-team all-area, all-county, all-conference, and all-region honors, as well as recognition as the most outstanding in Suffolk County. He was unanimously selected as the winner of the Hansen Award for Suffolk County Player of the Year and also received the Award. Additionally, Coan was named the Gatorade New York State Football Player of the Year, the first recipient from , highlighting his on-field excellence and community involvement. At the time, he measured 6 feet 3 inches tall, weighed 190 pounds, and ran the in 4.96 seconds. In recruitment, Coan initially committed to Notre Dame to play lacrosse, motivated in part by his family's longstanding connections to the university. He later decommitted to pursue football opportunities, receiving scholarship offers from multiple programs before committing to the University of Wisconsin in January 2017 as a three-star pro-style quarterback recruit, ranked No. 3 in New York by 247Sports.

College career

University of Wisconsin

Jack Coan enrolled early at the University of in January 2017 as a true , allowing him to participate in spring practices and begin adapting to the program's . During his season, he appeared in six games, primarily in limited action behind starter . In 2018, Coan served as the primary backup to Hornibrook, stepping in for several starts due to injuries, including games against Northwestern, Penn State, and the , where he burned his redshirt eligibility. Coan earned the starting quarterback role heading into the 2019 season after outperforming competitors in training camp, marking his transition from a developmental backup to the team's unquestioned leader. He started all 14 games that year, guiding the Badgers to an 11-4 record, a Big Ten Championship game appearance, and a berth in the Rose Bowl. During this period, Coan set a Wisconsin single-season record for pass completions, demonstrating significant growth in his command of the offense. The 2020 season was disrupted by the , which shortened the schedule and affected team preparations. Coan, entering as the incumbent starter, suffered a broken foot in preseason camp and did not appear in any games as the Badgers finished with a 4-3 record. Following the season, he announced his intention to transfer as a graduate student, concluding his tenure. Throughout his time with the Badgers, Coan was praised by coaches and teammates for his accuracy, poise under pressure, and sound decision-making, attributes that solidified his reputation as a reliable field general.

University of Notre Dame

In January 2021, Jack Coan announced his decision to transfer to the as a graduate student with one season of eligibility remaining, marking the first such addition for the program since implementing the graduate transfer process in 2014. He enrolled for the spring semester that year, bringing experience from four seasons at where he had started 18 games. Following a competitive preseason battle, head coach Brian Kelly named Coan the starting on August 14, 2021, selecting him over sophomores and due to his veteran presence in the offense. Coan started all 13 games during the 2021 season, serving as the primary leader of Notre Dame's offense within Brian Kelly's system and steering the team to an 11-1 regular season record that earned a No. 5 national ranking and a at-large berth. His debut against Florida State saw him throw for 366 passing yards and four , establishing a program record for yards in a season opener while contributing to a 41-38 overtime victory. Other standout moments included a 21-yard rushing against , showcasing his mobility in a 44-34 win, and navigating challenges from injuries to key teammates such as wide receiver Joe Wilkins Jr., who missed the remainder of the season after a knee in October. Coan reached career highs in passing yards and over the course of the year, including a record-setting performance in the where he threw for 509 yards on 68 attempts and five , tying a record despite a 37-35 loss to Oklahoma State. As a one-year bridge quarterback between departing starter and emerging underclassmen like Buchner and Pyne, Coan provided stability and leadership to a transitioning roster, earning praise for his composure under pressure. His prior starting experience at enabled him to adapt quickly, reflected in an 88.2 PFF passing grade that highlighted his efficiency and decision-making throughout the season.

Career statistics

College

Jack Coan appeared in 38 games over his career, with 31 starts (18 at the University of Wisconsin from 2018–2019 and 13 at the in 2021). His combined passing statistics include 550 completions on 823 attempts for 6,428 yards, 48 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions, while his rushing totals were 137 attempts for -76 yards and 6 touchdowns. These figures reflect his performance primarily as a pocket passer, with limited rushing involvement.
YearSchoolGames PlayedStartsPassing Comp/AttPctPassing YdsPassing TDPassing INTRushing AttRushing YdsRushing TDPasser Rating
2017Wisconsin605/5100.03600000160.5
2018Wisconsin5456/9360.2515532420118.0
2019Wisconsin1414236/33969.62,72718556224151.8
2020Wisconsin000/0000000
2021Notre Dame1313253/38665.53,15025757-1002151.8
Career3831550/82366.86,4284815137-766148.0
Coan's statistical contributions included key performances in major bowl games, such as the for and the for Notre Dame.

Professional

Jack Coan's professional career statistics reflect his roles primarily as a backup and short-yardage across the , XFL, and CFL, with limited playing time yielding modest output through the 2025 season, including playoffs where he did not appear. The won the 2025 25-17 over the Alouettes on November 16, 2025. His overall totals include 170 completions on 283 attempts for 1,609 passing yards, 7 passing touchdowns, and 6 interceptions, alongside 42 rushing attempts for 162 yards and 3 rushing touchdowns. Time spent on the ' practice squad in 2022 produced no statistical contributions.

Passing Statistics

LeagueYearTeamGames PlayedCompletions/AttemptsYardsTouchdownsInterceptionsPasser RatingYards per Game
XFL20238158/2541,4716676.1183.9
CFL2024110/2110010100.0100.0
CFL202552/8380046.97.6
Career Totals--14170/2831,60976--
In the 2025 CFL season, Coan's two completions were both on third-down conversions during limited backup appearances.

Rushing Statistics

LeagueYearTeamGames PlayedAttemptsYardsTouchdownsYards per CarryLongest Rush
XFL202382610804.2-
CFL2024131404.7-
CFL20255134033.114
Career Totals--144216233.9-
Coan's 2025 rushing touchdowns included a 1-yard run on October 17 versus the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, and two 1-yard rushes on October 25 against the BC Lions.

Fumbles

Coan recorded 4 fumbles during his 2023 XFL season, with none reported in subsequent CFL play. On November 7, 2025, Coan was placed on the ' one-game injured list ahead of the Western Final.

Professional career

Indianapolis Colts

Following the , in which he went undrafted, Jack Coan signed with the as an undrafted on May 13, 2022. His opportunity stemmed from a strong senior season at Notre Dame, where he threw for 3,150 yards and 25 touchdowns while leading the Fighting Irish to an 11-2 record. During the Colts' 2022 training camp and preseason, Coan served as the fourth-string behind starter Matt Ryan, backup , and third-stringer . He appeared in all three preseason games, completing 10 of 19 passes for 91 yards and one with no interceptions, primarily providing scout team reps and depth. Coan did not see action in any regular-season games during the . On August 30, 2022, the Colts waived Coan as part of their final roster cuts to reach the 53-player limit, ending his brief stint with the team. He was not subsequently added to the practice squad and pursued other professional opportunities thereafter.

San Antonio Brahmas

After being waived by the , Jack Coan signed with the of the XFL in early 2023. He earned the starting position after a competitive training camp battle with , positioning him as the team's primary signal-caller for the league's reboot season. Coan appeared in eight regular-season games for the Brahmas, starting each and marking his debut professional on-field action after limited NFL preseason exposure. He adapted effectively to the XFL's distinctive rules, such as the modified kickoff format that emphasized returns and the simplified extra-point attempts, while leveraging his mobility to extend plays and contribute in short-yardage scenarios. The Brahmas concluded the season with a 7-3 record, winning the South Division and advancing to the playoffs, where they lost in the championship game. After the XFL campaign ended in May 2023, Coan was waived by the Brahmas and turned his attention to opportunities in the Canadian Football League.

Jack Coan signed with the as an American import quarterback on March 15, 2024. In the 2024 season, Coan served as a backup behind and , dressing for all 18 regular-season games as the third-string option. He made his CFL on-field debut on October 26 against the , completing 10 of 21 passes for 100 yards and 1 , along with 3 rushes for 14 yards. Entering 2025 as a second-year CFL veteran wearing jersey number 14, Coan transitioned into a short-yardage specialist role for the Roughriders, who finished the regular season with a 12-6 record and the West Division's top seed. He saw his first regular-season action in Week 20, going 2-for-2 on third-down conversions on October 10 against the . Coan scored a one-yard run just 50 seconds into the game on October 17 at , marking the ninth-fastest in Roughriders history, and added two more rushing s across October games, including a 14-yard short-yardage gain against the on October 25. On November 7, 2025, Coan was placed on the one-game injured list ahead of the Western Final against the , as the team activated 12 players returning from injuries or rest, including eight starters. Throughout his tenure, Coan has emphasized his preparation as a depth player, stating his readiness to seize any opportunities in the competitive room.

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