Coastal Carolina University Athletics

Franks comes to Coastal Carolina after spending the past two seasons at Missouri State, where he joined the staff in August 2023 as director of on-campus recruiting while also working closely with the defense. In 2024, the Bears’ defense led the Missouri Valley Football Conference in sacks per game and ranked among the league leaders in tackles for loss, while also producing 12 interceptions and 20 total takeaways.

Before Missouri State, Franks spent two years at Missouri Western State, coaching the defensive line and safeties. His 2022 secondary ranked 45th nationally in pass defense, and the defense closed the season with strong sack production and efficient special teams play. He was later named full-time outside linebackers coach and special teams coordinator with recruiting responsibilities. Franks also brings experience from Stephen F. Austin, where he worked in quality control with linebackers, defensive line and cornerbacks, as well as high school coaching experience in Texas. He earned his bachelor’s degree in history from Stephen F. Austin State University.