Adrian College

Coach Malik Edwards joins the Adrian College football coaching prior to the spring season of 2024. Edwards is a seasoned football coach and player with a history in the game. He has passion for developing both players and teams. 
 
Edwards was a four-year varsity football starter for the Siena Heights University Saints, who demonstrated commitment, leadership, and skill on and off the field. He proudly served as team captain for three years and has shown off his values of teamwork and perseverance. 
 
During his coaching journey, he has shown skills and contribution to the development of aspiring athletes. At Siena Heights, Edwards served as the Assistant Football Coach from 2018-2020, focusing on the defensive line. Responsibilities included instilling fundamentals, position-specific skills, and techniques. Edwards analyzed game film, tracked weekly stats, and charted tendencies of opposing offensive lines, pass protections, and top concepts. 
 
Edwards in the past also coached at Permian High School and Lansing Everett High School where he provided assistance on defense. 
 
Coach Edwards will bring a detail-oriented approach to coaching, emphasizing not only the physical aspect of the game but also the mental and strategic components. The philosophy that he brings revolves around fostering a culture of excellence, discipline, and continuous improvement.

Edwards enters his second season with the team in 2025.

*Updated as of July 3, 2025*