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Eric Weddle dismisses rumors of leaving Rancho Bernardo (Calif.)

IMG_8358by: Andy Villamarzo11/28/25Andy_Villamarzo

Rancho Bernardo head coach Eric Weddle on Thursday addressed rumors of himself leaving the Broncos for another California high school football coaching job. As far as Weddle is concerned, he’s not going anywhere, anytime soon, according to a post he’s made on X, formerly known as Twitter.

The former longtime NFL defensive back and Super Bowl champion, who just completed his third year as head coach of the program, took to social media to reaffirm to the Rancho Bernardo faithful he has no plans to leave as the Broncos’ lead man.

My name has been circling around for other HS openings. Want everyone to know im not going anywhere nor do I want to. Love the kids, love the school and the community.

Rancho Bernardo finished the season at 7-3 and is the No. 92 team in California, according to the Massey Ratings. The Broncos’ 2025 season ended back on Nov. 14 in a 56-7 loss to Granite Hills.

Leading the charge this past season for the Broncos was Weddle’s son, Gaige (2,903 all-purpose yards, 29 total touchdowns in 2025). Already a touted prospect in the 2028 cycle, He’s playing quarterback and is coming off an impressive last two campaigns, where he has led Rancho Bernardo to 16 victories. Early on, Gaige is the No. 19 overall prospect in the 2028 Rivals300.

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