Dick Vermeil

American football coach and Super Bowl winner

Dick Vermeil - American football coach and Super Bowl winner
Born

October 30th, 1936
88 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1936, a prominent figure in American football, served as head coach for the Philadelphia Eagles, St. Louis Rams, and Kansas City Chiefs. Achieved notable success with the St. Louis Rams, leading the team to a Super Bowl victory in the 1999 season. Additionally, took the Eagles to their first Super Bowl appearance in 1980. Transitioned to coaching after a brief stint as a successful college football coach.

Led the St. Louis Rams to a Super Bowl win in 2000

Coached the Philadelphia Eagles to the Super Bowl in 1981

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021

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