| Nationality |  United States |
|---|---|
| Past Teams | Hamburg Sea Devils, Hildesheim Invaders, Munich Ravens |
| Age | 0 |
Jared Hilbers is a rising American coach who brings significant playing and coaching experience from both the NCAA Division I (Big Ten Conference) and the European League of Football (ELF). An alumnus of the University of Washington Huskies, where he served as a reliable starting Offensive Lineman and captain, Hilbers transitioned into coaching to share his expertise in blocking schemes and technique. Known for his technical proficiency and ability to develop young European talent, he has quickly established himself in Germany, having spent successful tenures with the Hamburg Sea Devils and the Munich Ravens. His appointment as the Offensive Line Coach for the Hildesheim Invaders marks a key move for the GFL franchise, signaling a major commitment to fortifying their trenches for the 2026 season. Hilbers’s background as a successful collegiate player provides him with a unique perspective, making him an invaluable asset for any team aiming to build a dominant, physical running and passing game.
Previous stations
- 2015–2019: University of Washington Huskies (NCAA Div. I / Pac-12) – Offensive Lineman
- 2020: Washington Huskies (NCAA) – Student Assistant Coach
- 2021: University of Utah (NCAA) – Offensive Line Analyst
- 2022: Hamburg Sea Devils (ELF) – Offensive Line Coach
- 2023: Munich Ravens (ELF) – Offensive Line Coach
- 2024: Munich Ravens (ELF) – Offensive Line Coach
- 2026–Present: Hildesheim Invaders (GFL) – Offensive Line Coach
Credits
- Jared Hilbers GFL OL Coach in Hildesheim – football-aktuell (Report on Invaders Signing)
- Munich Ravens sign offensive line coach Jared Hilbers – European League Football (2023 Signing)
- Hilbers neuer Offensive Line Coach bei den Invaders – Erima GFL (Official Signing News)
- Jared Hilbers – University of Washington Profile (Player Bio)
- Sea Devils sign Offensive Line Coach Jared Hilbers (2022 Signing)
Achievements
Team Achievements
- 2018: Pac-12 Conference Champion (University of Washington Huskies).
- 2022: ELF Championship Game Finalist (Hamburg Sea Devils).
- 2023: Munich Ravens debut season, finishing 7-5 and narrowly missing the playoffs.
Personal Achievements
- University of Washington Team Captain (Senior Year).
- Part of the University of Washington team that won the 2018 Pac-12 Championship.
- Played in two New Year’s Six Bowl games (Rose Bowl).
- Successfully transitioned from an elite college player to a respected professional coach in Europe.
Selected Statistics
- As a player, he started 13 games at right tackle during the University of Washington’s 2019 season.
- During his tenure in Hamburg in 2022, the Sea Devils’ rushing offense was a dominant force, contributing to their ELF final run.
- He was instrumental in building a reliable offensive line unit for the expansion Munich Ravens in their first two seasons (2023-2024).
Other
- **College Background:** Hilbers played under Chris Petersen at the University of Washington and gained experience on teams that consistently ranked in the AP Top 25.
- **Coaching Philosophy:** He is known for stressing fundamental technique, discipline, and establishing a dominant running game.
- **European Continuity:** His move to Hildesheim in the GFL demonstrates a continued commitment to developing European football talent, having successfully coached multiple seasons in the ELF.
- **Invaders’ Goal:** His signing is cited by the Hildesheim Invaders as a move to bring elite, professional coaching to the GFL level to significantly upgrade their offensive protection and run blocking.
- **Quote (Paraphrased):** “I’m excited for the opportunity to coach the offensive line in Hildesheim and bring the experience I gained in the ELF to the GFL. We are going to build a physical and technically sound unit.”
- **Full Name:** Jared Hilbers.
