Dick Jauron

American football coach and player

Dick Jauron - American football coach and player
Born

October 7th, 1950
74 years ago

Died

February 8th, 2025
0 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college football at Yale University and later became a professional player in the NFL as a defensive back. Transitioned into coaching, with head coaching roles at Buffalo Bills and Detroit Lions. His coaching tenure included significant development of defensive strategies and player performance.

Head coach for Buffalo Bills from 2006-2009

Served as defensive coordinator for multiple NFL teams

Coached defensive units that achieved high rankings

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