BREAKING: Tanner Jacobson, the highly successful head coach of the Tyler Junior College (TJC) football team, has resigned to accept a position as a coordinator at an FCS school, he confirmed to the Tyler Morning Telegraph earlier today. An official announcement regarding his new destination is expected on Monday.
This development marks a significant moment for TJC as Jacobson steps away after transforming the Apaches into a national contender during his four-year tenure. His leadership yielded an impressive 28-13 overall record, including a remarkable 11-1 performance in 2025, which remains the team’s best record in 65 years.
Jacobson expressed gratitude in a heartfelt statement on social media, thanking the TJC community and the Rose City for their unwavering support. “Tyler Junior College will always be a part of who I am,” he wrote, reflecting on the personal connections he forged during his time there. Jacobson’s family, including his wife Beth and daughter Halle, who was born during his tenure, have also been embraced by the community.
Under Jacobson’s guidance, the Apaches clinched back-to-back Southwest Junior College Football Conference (SWJCFC) regular season titles, achieved an undefeated season, and reached the NJCAA national semifinals. His coaching prowess not only led to athletic success but also fostered academic excellence, as the team produced the highest GPA in program history.
Jacobson’s impressive background includes a storied high school career at Southlake Carroll, where he was a three-year starter and team captain, contributing to a 37-6 record and a state championship in 2011. He later played at Texas Tech University before finishing his collegiate career at Brigham Young University (BYU), where he participated in 37 games over three seasons.
Prior to joining TJC, Jacobson gained valuable coaching experience at BYU and Snow College, where he led the Badgers to notable NJCAA playoff appearances. His influence on players, including the 2021 NJCAA Defensive Player of the Year, Keionte Scott, who went on to sign with Auburn University, demonstrates his commitment to developing talent both on and off the field.
As the search for Jacobson’s successor begins, attention will now focus on how this transition will impact TJC’s football program moving forward. With a strong foundation laid under Jacobson, the Apaches will look to build on his legacy in the coming seasons.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops and for the official announcement regarding Jacobson’s new role in the coming days.
