BUCKHANNON, W.Va. -- Head coach Jonas Jackson announced the addition of former NFL running back Willie Parker to the coaching staff on Monday.

Parker joins the Wesleyan staff after spending six seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers (2004-09), where he was part of a pair of Super Bowl winning teams (XL and XLIII). During his time in the Steel City, Parker rushed for 5,378 yards on 1,253 carries and scored 24 touchdowns.