Albany, GA- Christopher Cash has an impressive resume that showcases his success both in college and professional football. As a standout defensive back at the University of Southern California (USC), he earned All-Pac-10 honors before being selected in the 2002 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. After concluding his professional playing career with the Atlanta Falcons, he transitioned into coaching. His notable coaching experience includes positions with the Seattle Seahawks, Florida A&M University (FAMU), and Alcorn State University.
 
Coach Cash brings extensive experience to the Golden Rams defense, highlighted by a career filled with championship victories and defensive excellence. Prior to joining Albany State, he served as the safeties coach at Alcorn State, where he led a formidable secondary that contributed to the Braves winning two SWAC Championships. In 2019, his unit ranked first in turnovers gained in the FCS. With a deep passion for the game, Coach Cash has been involved in football at every level, from shutting down receivers to developing strong defenses from the sidelines. He is dedicated to shaping the future of Albany State's defense by instilling a culture of toughness, accountability, and excellence.
 
We had the chance to catch up with Coach Cash:
 
Q: Which of your former coaches had the greatest impact on shaping you as a coach today, and why?
A: I would say that Coach JD Burrise had a significant impact on my life. He never gave up on me, even during times when I struggled to pass certain tests. To help me succeed, he paid for a tutor so I could improve and pass my future exams. Additionally, Coach Burrise created a highlight film of me during my senior year, showcasing my ability to guard a Division I wide receiver. He sent that film to every Division I coach on the West Coast. More than just a coach, he was a father figure to me, guiding me to make better decisions.
 
Q: How do you build strong relationships with your players to foster trust and accountability?
A: I build trust by understanding and knowing their why and holding them accountable for their why. That way I'm able to understand their backgrounds and their stories of life. That's how you build trust and accountability.
 
Q: How would you describe your overall defensive philosophy, and how do safeties play a key role in it?
A: I would describe my overall defensive philosophy as playing fast, physical, being consistent, and disciplined. The safeties play a key role in it because they are the communicators and the tone-sitters in the back end.
 
Q: What impact do you want to make on the next generation?
A: I want to make sure that I help young men become productive and successful fathers and husbands. My goal is for every young man I coach to earn a college degree, providing them with a safety net in case their football career doesn't go as planned.
 
Q: How would you describe your transition from collegiate to professional level as a player?
A: My transition from collegiate to professional football was a challenging journey, primarily due to a few setbacks caused by injuries. During my senior year in college, I suffered an injury that kept me from playing in my last three games. Despite this setback, my consistency and discipline helped me get drafted into the NFL. Although I would have liked to play longer, my injuries ultimately led me to make the difficult decision to retire.
 
Fun Facts:
Favorite Hobbies: Traveling and playing dominoes

Three athletes you believe are the Greatest of All Time:
1. Deion Sanders
2.  Michael Jordan
3.  Bo Jackson

If you weren't coaching, what other career would you pursue?: Entrepreneurship

Favorite vacation destination: Dominican Republic
 
Favorite time of the year: My birthday (July 13th) Summer
 
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ABOUT ALBANY STATE ATHLETICS
Albany State University is a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II-level intercollegiate athletic program. The university currently field teams in 11 sports: women's volleyball, women's tennis, women's cross country, men's and women's basketball, softball, men's and women's track and field, women's soccer, baseball, and football. All teams compete in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC), except women's soccer, which participates in the Peach Belt Conference.