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Former Cardinals Head Coach Dies at 74

Former Cardinals Head Coach Dies at 74

Summary

Dave McGinnis, a former head coach of the Arizona Cardinals, died at the age of 74. He had a long career in the NFL, also working with teams like the Rams and the Titans. He transitioned into a media role before his passing.

Key Facts

  • Dave McGinnis died on April 13 at the age of 74.
  • He was the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals for over three seasons.
  • After coaching the Cardinals, McGinnis worked with the St. Louis/Los Angeles Rams from 2012-2016.
  • McGinnis began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at TCU in 1973.
  • He coached at the Tennessee Titans and Bears before working with the Cardinals.
  • His last role in the NFL was as the Tennessee Titans' radio analyst from 2017-25.
  • McGinnis played as a defensive back at TCU and graduated with a business degree.

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