In a move that’s sure to energize their fanbase, the Tulane Green Wave are set to make a high-profile addition to their coaching staff. Sources have confirmed to ESPN that former Southern Miss head coach Will Hall will be joining Tulane as their new pass game coordinator. The hire reunites Hall with star quarterback Michael Pratt, whom he recruited to Tulane during his previous stint as offensive coordinator in 2019-20.
A Familiar Face Returns to Tulane
Hall’s return to Tulane is a homecoming of sorts. He served as the Green Wave’s offensive coordinator for two seasons before accepting the head coaching position at Southern Miss in 2021. During his time at Tulane, Hall was instrumental in recruiting Michael Pratt, who has since blossomed into one of the premier quarterbacks in the American Athletic Conference.
Will has a proven track record of developing high-powered offenses and getting the most out of his quarterbacks. We’re thrilled to bring him back into the fold.
– Unnamed Tulane source
Hall’s offensive acumen and existing relationship with Pratt were likely key factors in Tulane’s decision to bring him aboard. As pass game coordinator, he’ll have the opportunity to work closely with Pratt once again and help elevate an already potent Tulane aerial attack to new heights.
Looking to Bounce Back
The move to Tulane represents a fresh start for Hall after a rocky tenure at Southern Miss. He compiled a 14-30 record over four seasons with the Golden Eagles, including a 7-6 campaign and bowl victory in 2022. However, the program struggled to find consistency under his leadership, prompting the administration to make a change in October 2024.
Prior to his stint at Southern Miss, Hall had found success as a head coach at the Division II level. He went 25-11 at West Alabama from 2011-13 and 31-9 at West Georgia from 2014-16. His offensive expertise and player development skills made him an appealing candidate for Tulane as they look to take the next step as a program.
Pratt Poised for Big Senior Season
The addition of Hall to the coaching staff bodes well for Michael Pratt as he enters his senior season. Pratt, a three-year starter, has already rewritten the Tulane record books and established himself as one of the top signal-callers in the Group of Five. With Hall back in the fold and working closely with him, the sky’s the limit for Pratt and the Green Wave offense in 2025.
- Pratt’s career stats at Tulane: – 8,364 passing yards – 65 passing touchdowns – 63.7% completion percentage
- Tulane scoring offense national ranks since 2022: – 2022: 36th (34.1 ppg) – 2023: 18th (38.7 ppg) – 2024: 22nd (37.4 ppg)
With Pratt at the controls and Hall collaborating on the passing game, Tulane will have their sights set on an AAC title and potential New Year’s Six bowl bid. The tandem that first joined forces in 2019 is set to ride again in New Orleans, giving Green Wave fans plenty of reason for optimism heading into the fall.
Coaching Carousel Keeps Spinning
Hall’s hiring at Tulane is the latest domino to fall in what’s been an active coaching carousel around college football. Numerous high-profile programs have made changes at head coach and key coordinator positions as they jockey for position in an increasingly competitive landscape.
For Tulane, bringing Hall back into the mix signals their ambition and commitment to fielding a top-tier program in the AAC and beyond. With a wealth of returning talent headlined by Pratt, and now a familiar face overseeing the passing game, the Green Wave appear poised to make some serious noise in 2025 and give their fervent fanbase a season to remember.
