Jack Del Rio
American football coach and player
Born
April 4th, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played linebacker in the National Football League for teams including the New Orleans Saints and the Kansas City Chiefs. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, serving as head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Oakland Raiders. Led the Jaguars to the AFC Championship game in 1999 and the Raiders to a playoff appearance in 2016. Also held various defensive coordinator roles in the NFL, contributing to the development of defensive strategies.
Played for the New Orleans Saints
Coached the Jacksonville Jaguars to the AFC Championship
Served as head coach of the Oakland Raiders
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