Bill Callahan

American football coach and player

Bill Callahan - American football coach and player
Born

July 31st, 1956
68 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A successful football player and coach, contributed significantly to American football at both collegiate and professional levels. Played quarterback for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Coached various teams, including the Oakland Raiders, where reached Super Bowl XXXVII. Also served as head coach at the University of Nebraska, leading the team to several bowl games and winning the Big 12 North title. Held coaching positions in the NFL and college football for multiple teams, including the Washington Football Team and Michigan.

Played quarterback at the University of Nebraska

Coached the Oakland Raiders to Super Bowl XXXVII

Served as head coach for the University of Nebraska

Worked with the Washington Football Team

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