Dan Hawkins
American football coach and sportscaster
Born
November 10th, 1960
64 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played collegiate football at UC-Davis. Served as head coach for the University of Colorado from 2006 to 2010. Transitioned to broadcasting after coaching, providing analysis and commentary for various networks. Led teams to multiple championships during coaching career.
Coached the University of Colorado Buffaloes
Played college football at UC-Davis
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