Gilbert Walker Kelly (July 23, 1878 – 1948)[1][2] was an American football player and coach.

He served as the second head football coach at the University of Tennessee in 1901, compiling a record of 3–3–2.

Pierce, the initial occupant of the newly created position.

Before coaching at Tennessee, he played at Princeton University.

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