Winningest Coach In NFL History, Don Shula, Dies At 90

Winningest Coach In NFL History, Don Shula, Dies At 90

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Don Shula, former Miami Dolphins head coach, passed away at 90. Known as the Patriarch of the Dolphins, he led the team to the only perfect season in NFL history in 1972, culminating in a Super Bowl win. Over 33 seasons, Shula's teams won 347 games and made the playoffs 20 times. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1997. Before the Dolphins, Shula coached the Indianapolis Colts to seven winning seasons and played professionally for several teams. He is survived by his wife and five children.

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What unique achievement did Don Shula accomplish with the Miami Dolphins?

Being the youngest head coach in NFL history

Coaching the team to three consecutive Super Bowl wins

Leading the team to the only perfect season in NFL history

Winning the most games in a single season

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How many total games did Don Shula win over his 33 seasons?

347

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300

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In what year was Don Shula inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame?

2000

1997

1995

1990

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Before coaching the Dolphins, which team did Shula lead to seven straight winning seasons?

Washington Franchise

Indianapolis Colts

Baltimore Colts

Cleveland Browns

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Where did Don Shula play college football?

University of Miami

John Carroll University

University of Alabama

Ohio State University