Butch Davis
American football coach and player
Born
November 17th, 1951
73 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Distinguished career in American football included time as a head coach for several colleges and professional teams. Served as the head coach at the University of Miami, leading the team to a national championship in 2001. Also held coaching positions with the University of North Carolina and the Cleveland Browns in the NFL. Played as a defensive lineman at the University of Florida before transitioning into coaching, where a commitment to player development and strategic game planning was evident.
Won the 2001 National Championship with Miami
Served as head coach at University of North Carolina
Coached Cleveland Browns in the NFL
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