:''See also, James Rhyne Killian, 10th president of MIT.'' James Kilian (born October 24, 1980) is an American former professional

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quarterback. Kilian played football and basketball at Medford High School in Medford, Oklahoma, making him one of the few 8-man or 6-man athletes to be drafted to the NFL in recent years. He played

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for the

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and started at quarterback for the 2001 and 2002 seasons. He placed himself for draft eligibility as a junior. Kilian was selected in the seventh round of the

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by the Kansas City Chiefs. Kilian was also a member of the

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, Nashville Kats and Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Kilian is currently the head coach at

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in Northfield, Minnesota. Previously, he coached at the

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, and Louisiana State University.

Head coaching record

References

External links

St. Olaf Oles profile

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