Joey Kiernan is in his second season on the staff at Morehead State.

Kiernan played for four seasons at Birmingham Southern. He finished his career in top 10 in tackles (141) and was tied for the most career forced fumbles (4). He earned his bachelor's degree in accounting May 2024. 

A native of Cumming, Ga., Kiernan prepped at Pinecrest Academy, where he was a three sport athlete, earning four letters in football, two in baseball and one in wrestling. He was named All-State in football his senior season.