Noel Mazzone

Noel Mazzone

Noel Scott Mazzone is a longtime American football coach known for his innovative offensive systems and quarterback development. He has coached at nearly every level of football—high school, college (Power-5), and the NFL—and has been involved in offensive football for more than 40 years.

Quick Bio

Born: March 21, 1957 – Mount Vernon, Washington

Played: Quarterback at the University of New Mexico (1975–1979)

Current Role: Offensive Coordinator, Dallas Renegades (UFL)

Coaching Experience: 40+ years across college football, the NFL, and spring leagues

Major Coaching Stops

Mazzone has been an offensive coordinator or key offensive assistant at several major programs:

Ole Miss – Offensive Coordinator / QB Coach (1995–1998, 2005)

Auburn – Offensive Coordinator (1999–2001)

Oregon State – Offensive Coordinator (2002)

NC State – Offensive Coordinator / TE Coach (2003–2004)

Arizona State – Offensive Coordinator (2010–2011)

UCLA – Offensive Coordinator (2012–2015)

Texas A&M – Offensive Coordinator / QB Coach (2016–2017)

Arizona – Offensive Coordinator / QB Coach (2018–2020)

He also spent time in the NFL as the wide receivers coach for the New York Jets (2006–2008).

Notable Players Coached

Philip Rivers at NC State (future NFL star QB)

Numerous Power-5 quarterbacks and offensive skill players during his career.

Offensive Philosophy

Mazzone is widely known for:

Up-tempo spread offense

Quick passing game

QB-driven RPO and read concepts

Spacing and timing in the passing game

His offenses at UCLA and Arizona State were among the more productive in the Pac-12 during his tenure.