Bryan Wade is in his third season as a member of the Illinois College coaching staff and his first coaching the defensive line in 2024.

Wade had spent the previous two seasons coaching the Blueboy tight ends. In addition to his duties with the defensive line, Wade is in his second campaign overseeing the program's strength and conditioning programming and development. in his first year in that role, he aided in the physical development of a squad that reached the NCAA Division III Playoffs and recorded the program's first Midwest Conference Championship, as well as helping multiple players earn all-conference and All-American honors.

Bryan is no stranger to IC football, as he was a two-year starter on the offensive line, splitting time at both right guard and center while serving as a team captain during his senior season. 
 
Originally from Winchester, Illinois, Wade graduated from IC in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness Management. Bryan currently resides in Jacksonville.