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Justin Outten (born October 26, 1983) is an American football coach who currently serves as the run game specialist for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League (NFL). He has previously served an assistant coach for the Atlanta Falcons and Green Bay Packers and was the offensive coordinator for the Denver Broncos in 2022. Outten played college football as a center at Syracuse University.

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Early years

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A native of Doylestown, Pennsylvania, Outten attended and played high school football as a center at Central Bucks High School West. Outten was a two-year starter at center for the Syracuse Orange during the coaching transition from Paul Pasqualoni to Greg Robinson, from 2003-06.[1]

Coaching career

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Syracuse

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In 2007, Outten began his coaching career at his alma mater, Syracuse University, as a graduate assistant.[1]

Westfield HS

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In 2008, Outten was hired to become Offensive Line Coach at Westfield High School in Houston, Texas. He later added titles of assistant head coach and offensive coordinator at the school.[2]

Atlanta Falcons

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In 2016, Outten joined the Atlanta Falcons as a coaching intern. In 2017, he was hired by the Falcons as an offensive assistant under head coach Dan Quinn.[2][3]

Green Bay Packers

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On January 24, 2019, Outten was hired by the Green Bay Packers as their tight ends coach under head coach Matt LaFleur.[4]

On December 12, 2021, Outten missed the Packers' Week 14 game against the Chicago Bears due to COVID-19 protocols.[5]

Denver Broncos

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On February 2, 2022, Outten was hired by the Denver Broncos as their offensive coordinator under head coach Nathaniel Hackett.[6][7]

Tennessee Titans

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On February 14, 2023, the Tennessee Titans hired Outten as their run game coordinator and running backs coach.[8]

On February 10, 2024, Tennessee announced that they would be retaining Outten and shifting him to the role of tight ends coach.[9] On January 27, 2025, it was announced that Outten and the Titans would be parting ways.[10]

Seattle Seahawks

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On February 13, 2025, the Seattle Seahawks hired Outten as their run game specialist.[11]

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Justin Outten (born October 26, 1983) is an coach serving as the run game specialist and assistant offensive line coach for the of the (NFL). Outten played at , where he was a two-year letterwinner as an offensive lineman, playing from 2003 to 2006, starting all 11 games in his junior year and contributing to a rushing offense that totaled 1,172 yards. He earned a in child and family studies and . Outten began his coaching career as a at Syracuse in 2007 before spending eight seasons (2008–2015) as , assistant head coach, and offensive line coach at Westfield High School in , . He entered the NFL in 2016 as a coaching intern with the , advancing to offensive assistant for the 2017 and 2018 seasons. From 2019 to 2021, Outten served as tight ends coach for the . In 2022, he was promoted to for the , where his unit ranked 20th in total offensive yards (5,527) and 32nd in points scored (287) that season. Outten then joined the in 2023 as running backs coach and run game coordinator, serving as tight ends coach in 2024. On February 18, 2025, the Seahawks hired him to bolster their running game under .

Early life and playing career

Youth and education

Justin Outten was born on October 26, 1983, in . He is the son of Dennis and Maria Outten and has one brother and one sister. Raised in the Doylestown area, Outten attended Central Bucks High School West in nearby Chalfont, where he developed an early interest in football as a on the varsity team. He was a two-year starter and earned recognition as the No. 8-rated nationally by , along with PrepStar Honorable Mention All-American honors. Outten pursued higher education at , where he earned a dual major in child and family studies and , with a specialization in coaching. During his time at , he also participated in the football program as a three-year letter winner on the offensive line. Following his graduation from in 2007, Outten relocated to Houston, Texas, seeking opportunities in teaching and coaching.

College career at Syracuse

Outten played at as a for the from 2003 to 2006. As a freshman in 2003, he did not see game action. In his sophomore year of 2004, Outten appeared in seven games primarily as a backup offensive lineman and on special teams, earning one start against and traveling to all seven road contests. He transitioned to a starting role in 2005, anchoring the offensive line for all 11 games and contributing to a rushing attack that totaled 1,172 yards, including 743 yards and seven touchdowns from Damien Rhodes. As a senior in 2006, Outten started 11 of 12 games at . The unit supported a ground game that amassed 1,283 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns. He was also named to the 2006 Fall Athletics Director's Honor Roll for academic performance. Over his final two seasons as a starter, Outten lettered and was part of a Syracuse team that finished 4-7 in 2005 and 4-8 in 2006, without bowl appearances. Outten graduated from Syracuse in 2007 with dual degrees in child and family studies and , the latter with a specialization in coaching.

Early coaching career

Syracuse University

Justin Outten began his coaching career at his alma mater, , serving as a from 2007 under Greg Robinson. In this role, Outten assisted with offensive line coaching while contributing to broader team operations, including player development and organizational responsibilities that honed his foundational skills in the profession. During the 2007 season, the finished with a 2-10 overall record and 1-6 mark in the , amid challenges in offensive execution that Outten helped address through his support in film analysis and strategy preparation. This position provided immediate immersion in a collegiate environment he knew well and solidifying his commitment to the field. Outten later reflected that starting as a at Syracuse confirmed his aspiration to teach and coach, laying the groundwork for his subsequent roles.

Westfield High School

Following his stint as a graduate assistant at , Justin Outten relocated to , , in 2008 and joined Westfield High School as the offensive line coach. Over the following eight years (2008–2015), he expanded his responsibilities to include assistant head coach and , overseeing the team's offensive strategies while maintaining his focus on line development. This period marked a significant phase in his early coaching career, immersing him in the landscape of . In addition to his coaching duties, Outten served as a teacher at Westfield, where he balanced classroom instruction with on-field preparation, adapting to diverse student and building organizational skills essential for managing complex . He integrated into both roles, often acting as a to players from challenging backgrounds, providing support for like meals and while fostering personal growth alongside athletic development. This dual commitment allowed him to connect deeply with students, emphasizing creative teaching methods to engage those with shorter attention spans and turning daily challenges into opportunities for mutual learning. Outten's tenure contributed to notable player development, with 24 offensive linemen under his guidance earning collegiate scholarships through disciplined, smart play that highlighted their potential. His offensive approach prioritized meticulous preparation, detailed drills, and organized playbooks, enabling units to execute with precision in a competitive environment. This experience in football honed Outten's ability to inspire and organize, shaping his philosophy on building resilient teams and preparing him for higher levels of coaching.

NFL coaching career

Atlanta Falcons

Outten began his NFL coaching career with the Atlanta Falcons in 2016 as an offensive intern under head coach Dan Quinn, where he assisted with scheme installation and practice preparation. This role marked his transition from high school coaching, building on his experience as an offensive coordinator to adapt to professional schemes. During the 2016 season, the Falcons finished with an 11-5 record, advancing to Super Bowl LI, where Outten contributed to the offensive staff as an intern. In February 2017, Outten was promoted to offensive assistant, a position he held through the 2018 season, continuing to work under Quinn. In this full-time role, he primarily supported the offensive line, including breakdowns of opponent tendencies and scheme development. Outten collaborated closely with offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian during the 2017 and 2018 seasons, as well as quarterbacks coach Matt LaFleur in 2017. The Falcons recorded a 10-6 mark in 2017, securing a playoff berth with a Wild Card victory before a Divisional Round loss, and finished 7-9 in 2018.

Green Bay Packers

Justin Outten served as the tight ends coach for the from 2019 to 2021 under head coach , marking a reunion from their previous collaboration on the staff. In this role, Outten focused on developing the position within LaFleur's West Coast-style offense, emphasizing blocking schemes that supported both the passing and running games. Outten coached a veteran group including and , while prioritizing the growth of undrafted . In 2019, the tight ends combined for five touchdowns—the most by Packers tight ends since 2012—contributing to a balanced offense that ranked 15th in the with 376 points scored during a 13-3 regular season. Lewis provided veteran leadership and blocking prowess, recording 15 receptions for 156 yards and one touchdown, while Graham added 38 catches for 447 yards and three scores. Under Outten's guidance, Tonyan emerged as a key starter in 2020, posting 52 receptions for 586 yards and an NFL-leading 11 touchdowns among tight ends, tying a franchise single-season record set by Paul Coffman in 1980. Lewis complemented this with 10 catches for 107 yards and three touchdowns, including contributions in the postseason en route to the NFC Championship Game, where the Packers fell 31-26 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers despite a league-best 509 points scored (31.8 per game). The tight end unit's versatility in blocking and receiving helped fuel multiple playoff appearances, including NFC North titles in 2020 and 2021. In , Outten's group maintained productivity amid a 13-4 season and another crown, with the Packers ranking 10th in scoring at 450 points (26.5 per game). Tonyan's development exemplified Outten's emphasis on technical refinement in route-running and inline blocking, enhancing the offense's efficiency in LaFleur's system.

Denver Broncos

In February 2022, Justin Outten was promoted to for the under new head coach , marking a reunion with Hackett from their time together in Green Bay, where Outten had served as tight ends coach from to 2021. This foundational experience with tight ends informed his broader offensive oversight in Denver, emphasizing player development within a collaborative scheme. Outten's role involved implementing Hackett's system, which drew from the Shanahan-McVay by prioritizing an outside zone running scheme to create misdirection and open passing lanes. The Broncos' offensive philosophy under Outten focused heavily on the run game, leveraging running backs III and to establish rhythm and set up play-action passes, a hallmark of the Shanahan-influenced approach. Despite these intentions, the 2022 season yielded a 5-12 record, with the offense ranking last in the in points scored per game at 16.9, hampered by quarterback Russell Wilson's struggles including a league-high 10.2% sack rate and inconsistent accuracy amid poor pass protection. Innovations like increased play-action usage—where tied for fifth in the with 35 completions of 25-plus yards—showed flashes of potential, particularly in the final two games when the team scored 55 points while sticking to the run-heavy identity. Outten's tenure ended after one season amid major staff changes following Hackett's dismissal, as the Broncos underwent a coaching overhaul under new head coach . Post-season analysis highlighted the offense's early inconsistencies in executing the zone scheme, with a lack of balance exacerbating Wilson's challenges, though late improvements in run efficiency and deep passing suggested untapped elements of Outten's vision.

Tennessee Titans

In 2023, Justin Outten joined the as run game coordinator and running backs coach under head coach , marking his return to the after a stint in . In this role, he oversaw the development of running back , who led the team with 1,167 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns despite a heavy workload in an injury-plagued season. Outten's emphasis on a balanced ground attack contributed to the Titans finishing 20th in the in rushing yards per game (108.6). Following the Titans' 6-11 finish in 2023, Outten transitioned to tight ends coach in 2024 under new head coach , focusing on player development amid significant roster turnover. He worked closely with Chig Okonkwo, who recorded 52 receptions for 479 yards and two touchdowns, emerging as a key target in the passing game despite the team's offensive struggles. The Titans' run game maintained moderate efficiency, ranking 22nd in yards per carry (4.1), even as injuries sidelined key contributors like backup for five games due to concussions and soft-tissue issues. Overall, endured a 3-14 record, hampered by 205 games missed to injuries—the sixth-highest total in the league. Outten's tenure with the Titans concluded after two seasons, with the team announcing his departure on January 27, 2025, as part of broader staff changes under Callahan. His contributions to position-specific coaching and run scheme integration provided stability during a transitional period, though the team's win totals reflected broader challenges.

Seattle Seahawks

Following his departure from the Tennessee Titans after the 2024 season, Justin Outten joined the on February 18, 2025, as run game specialist and assistant offensive line coach under . In this role, Outten supports the development of the offensive line while coordinating the run scheme alongside offensive coordinator , contributing to the integration of the rebuilt offensive staff that includes run game coordinator and senior offensive advisor . This reunion with Kubiak and Dennison draws on prior connections from their time in various offensive systems, emphasizing a collaborative approach to enhancing Seattle's ground attack. As of November 12, 2025, the Seahawks hold a 7-2 record through nine games, marking their best start since 2019 and positioning them first in the . The team's rushing performance has shown mid-season improvements, ranking 17th in yards per game at 114.3, with notable gains in efficiency following adjustments to the offensive line scheme. Kenneth Walker III has benefited, posting standout games such as 105 rushing yards and a in a Week 2 win over the , contributing to a total of 539 rushing yards through the early season. These developments were highlighted in a dominant 44-22 victory over the on November 9, where the run game supported an explosive offense averaging 30.6 points per game.

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