Ex-Cardinals Head Coach Dave McGinnis Passes Away at 74
Former NFL head coach Dave McGinnis passed away on Monday at the age of 74, as confirmed by the Tennessee Titans. Known affectionately as “Coach Mac,” McGinnis was a significant figure in the NFL community, impacting both players and colleagues alike.
Legacy of Coach Dave McGinnis
Amy Adams Strunk, controlling owner of the Titans, expressed deep sorrow over McGinnis’s passing. She stated that he was not merely a coach and broadcaster, but a beloved family member. Strunk emphasized McGinnis’s unwavering passion and loyalty for the Titans, highlighting his deep connections with those around him.
- Born: 1949
- Coaching Career: 1986-2016
- Cardinals Head Coach Tenure: 2000 – 2003
- Overall Record with Cardinals: 17 wins, 40 losses
- Worked with Titans: 2004-2011
- Last Role: Titans Radio Network
Coaching Journey
McGinnis started his NFL coaching career with the Chicago Bears as a linebackers coach, a role he held from 1986 to 1995. He then moved to the Arizona Cardinals, where he served as the defensive coordinator from 1996 to 2000. After a brief stint as interim head coach, he maintained the head coach position until 2003.
Following his time with the Cardinals, McGinnis joined the Titans as linebackers coach from 2004 to 2011. He later worked alongside Jeff Fisher with the Los Angeles Rams, serving as the assistant head coach from 2012 to 2016. After his coaching career, McGinnis contributed to the Titans Radio Network.
Tributes and Impact
Michael Bidwill, owner of the Cardinals, expressed condolences on behalf of the team and acknowledged McGinnis’s passion for the game. Bidwill noted McGinnis’s unique ability to connect with players and his enthusiastic approach to coaching.
As the NFL community mourns the loss of Coach McGinnis, his legacy of kindness, loyalty, and authenticity will forever be remembered. His contributions to football and the lives he touched will have a lasting impact.
