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Aaron Fierbaugh, Safeties – Liberty
July 10, 2025
This week on Inside the Headset, we’re joined by Aaron Fierbaugh, the Safeties Coach at Liberty University and a 2025 member of the prestigious AFCA 35 Under 35 class. In this in-depth conversation, Coach Fierbaugh walks us through his coaching journey highlighting key lessons from each stop and the mindset it took to rise through the ranks.
From starting as a student assistant at Auburn to coaching stops at South Carolina and Coastal Carolina, Fierbaugh’s story is one of patience, perseverance, and passion. He shares how he embraced the grind, learned from every role, and ultimately earned a full-time coaching position at Liberty.
Watch the full episode below:
Key Topics Covered:
- Getting his start as a student assistant at Auburn
- Working behind the scenes in quality control roles
- Taking lower-paying jobs to gain long-term experience
- Transitioning to on-field coaching responsibilities
- The importance of family support in the coaching profession
- Embracing networking and leadership opportunities
- The impact of being selected to the AFCA 35 Under 35 class
About Coach Aaron Fierbaugh
Coach Fierbaugh currently serves as the Safeties Coach at Liberty University, where he is helping to build a strong defensive culture. A proud alumnus of Auburn University, he has held key roles at South Carolina and Coastal Carolina, and was recently named to the AFCA 35 Under 35 list for 2025.
🔗 Follow Coach Fierbaugh on Twitter: @Aaron_Fierbaugh
🔗 Follow Liberty Football: @LibertyFootball
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Aaron Fierbaugh, Safeties – Liberty
This week on Inside the Headset, we’re joined by Aaron Fierbaugh, the Safeties Coach at Liberty University and a 2025 member of the prestigious AFCA 35 Under 35 class. In this in-depth conversation, Coach Fierbaugh walks us through his coaching journey highlighting key lessons from each stop and the mindset it took to rise through the ranks.
From starting as a student assistant at Auburn to coaching stops at South Carolina and Coastal Carolina, Fierbaugh’s story is one of patience, perseverance, and passion. He shares how he embraced the grind, learned from every role, and ultimately earned a full-time coaching position at Liberty.
Watch the full episode below:
Key Topics Covered:
- Getting his start as a student assistant at Auburn
- Working behind the scenes in quality control roles
- Taking lower-paying jobs to gain long-term experience
- Transitioning to on-field coaching responsibilities
- The importance of family support in the coaching profession
- Embracing networking and leadership opportunities
- The impact of being selected to the AFCA 35 Under 35 class
About Coach Aaron Fierbaugh
Coach Fierbaugh currently serves as the Safeties Coach at Liberty University, where he is helping to build a strong defensive culture. A proud alumnus of Auburn University, he has held key roles at South Carolina and Coastal Carolina, and was recently named to the AFCA 35 Under 35 list for 2025.
🔗 Follow Coach Fierbaugh on Twitter: @Aaron_Fierbaugh
🔗 Follow Liberty Football: @LibertyFootball
🎧 Subscribe to Inside the Headset
Catch new episodes every week featuring coaches from all levels of the game. Subscribe to Inside the Headset on your favorite podcast platform and our YouTube channel for full episodes, clips, and coaching insights.
For more information about the AFCA, visit www.AFCA.com. For more interesting articles, check out The Insider and subscribe to our weekly email.
If you are interested in more in-depth articles and videos, please become an AFCA member. You can find out more information about membership and specific member benefits on the AFCA Membership Overview page. If you are ready to join, please fill out the AFCA Membership Application.
