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RIP - Bill Walsh, Pioneer of Modern Football Coaching

July 30, 2007 in Sports by Sean | No comments

Bill Walsh
Former San Francisco 49ers coach Bill Walsh died of Leukemia today at age 75. In addition to leading the 49ers to three Super Bowl victories in the 90s Walsh is arguably the most influential modern football coach. He is credited with popularizing the West Coast offense and many of his assistant coaches have gone on to be head coaches in their own right. (click on the chart below for details).

Bill Walsh Coaching Tree

Walsh will be missed, but his legacy will be felt in the NFL for decades to come.

ESPN has more details here.