Dennis McKnight

Dennis Neal McKnight (born September 12, 1959 in Dallas, Texas) is a former American football guard who played in the National Football League for the San Diego Chargers, Detroit Lions, and the Philadelphia Eagles. McKnight played college football at Drake University.

McKnight was the running back coach of the Edmonton Eskimos in 2011.

Lamar University
On February 1 Lamar University hired Dennis McKnight to take over as the offensive line and special teams coach. McKnight has already been credited with bringing enthusiasm and energy to a team that needed it.