BLACKSBURG — Sean Spencer’s already stellar coaching career continued with two flourishing seasons as Texas A&M’s defensive line coach. He oversaw the development of multiple All-Americans and future first-round selections, and the stout defensive line play helped the Aggies secure a spot in the College Football Playoffs this past season.
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Former Penn State defensive line coach Sean Spencer and former defensive coordinator Brent Pry (right) look on during the second quarter of the Nittany Lions' 2019 home game against Buffalo. Spencer is reuniting with Pry on James Franklin's Virginia Tech football staff.
Associated Press, File 2019
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Then-New York Giants defensive line coach Sean Spencer signals during a game at the Los Angeles Chargers on Dec. 12, 2021.
Associated Press, File 2021
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