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Longtime NFL head coach Marty Schottenheimer dies at 77 years old from Alzheimer’s disease

Legendary NFL head coach Marty Schottenheimer died at 77 years old in hospice care from Alzheimer’s disease.

Legendary NFL head coach Marty Schottenheimer died at 77 years old in hospice care from Alzheimer’s disease.

Marty Schottenheimer gave Cowboys’ Mike McCarthy his first NFL job

The legendary NFL coach has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of great coaches who learned under him, including Dallas’s current skipper.

Longtime NFL coach Marty Schottenheimer has passed away at the age of 77 after a years-long battle with Alzheimer’s disease and a recent stint on hospice care. The man who racked up 200 regular-season wins over his 21 seasons as a head coach leaves behind a remarkable football legacy that is perhaps most striking when one considers the young coaches Schottenheimer hired and mentored who went on to themselves be listed among the game’s greats.

Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy is among them.

McCarthy’s first NFL gig came on Schottenheimer’s staff in Kansas City in 1993. Both Pittsburgh guys, Schottenheimer hired the 29-year-old, most recently a graduate assistant and collegiate wide receivers coach at Pitt, as the Chiefs’ offensive quality control coach. It’s a position that David Moore of the Dallas Morning News says didn’t even exist.

After two seasons in that role, McCarthy was promoted by Schottenheimer to quarterbacks coach in 1995. He helped develop Rich Gannon, Elvis Grbac, and Steve Bono for Kansas City before moving to Green Bay to oversee the progression of Brett Favre.

McCarthy went on to win a Super Bowl, as have several Schottenheimer proteges. Bill Cowher, Tony Dungy, and Bruce Arians were also assistants on the Schottenheimer coaching tree.

Schottenheimer himself served as an assistant with the Giants, Lions, and Browns before taking over in Cleveland in 1984. After five seasons with the Browns, he was head coach in Kansas City for 10 years, Washington for one, and San Diego for five.

But he was nearly the man who followed Tom Landry in Dallas.

Cowboys broadcaster Brad Sham told SI’s Peter King:

“Either 1987 or 1988, in the spring, Landry had a press conference. [Cowboys general manager Tex] Schramm had Marty Schottenheimer in town, looking at houses. He thought he was going to hire Marty Schottenheimer to replace Tom Landry, who was going to retire. Landry comes and has a press conference, and that’s when Schramm finds out that Landry is not quitting.”

Even as recently as 2010, as the Wade Phillips era was coming to a disastrous end in the middle of Dallas’ season, rumors were rampant that Schottenheimer was being considered to replace him.

But a Cowboys stint was never to be. Schottenheimer ended up taking his teams to 18 postseason games, yet none of them made it to the Super Bowl. As a head coach, he endured just two losing seasons. His regular-season win total ranks him eighth all-time among NFL coaches.

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NFL fans rip Washington Post for insensitive Marty Schottenheimer headline

Have a little respect.

Legendary NFL head coach Marty Schottenheimer died at age 77 on Monday night, the Associated Press reported.

Schottenheimer’s career in the NFL spanned 21 seasons and he served as the head coach in Cleveland, Kansas City, Washington and San Diego. He will be remembered not just for his 200-126-1 winning record, but for the devastating playoff losses that seemed to haunt his career. While it’s impossible to talk about Schottenheimer without bringing that up, it’s not a fact that needs to be front and center in a headline announcing his passing.

While many outlets went with more respectful and straightforward headlines announcing the head coach’s death, The Washington Post decided to be petty as hell and twist the knife.

The Post eventually changed the headline, but the URL still seemed to be the same.

It’s all the more puzzling that this headline appeared on the Post when they previously suspended a reporter for tweeting about Kobe Bryant’s rape allegations after his death, because it “displayed poor judgment.”

That’s not just a bad headline, but it’s mean and disrespectful. No one’s career and life should be reduced to its most heartbreaking moments. NFL fans were quick to call it out.

Bill Cowher shares beautiful story in wake of Marty Schottenheimer’s passing

Cowher paid tribute to his friend and mentor, Marty Schottenheimer, via a message on Twitter.

Longtime NFL coach and Pittsburgh-area native Marty Schottenheimer died Tuesday at age 77. He had battled Alzheimer’s Disease since 2014.

Players, colleagues and friends took to social media to share their condolences and memories of Schottenheimer.

Former Steelers head coach Bill Cowher posted a touching tribute to his friend and mentor on Twitter.

“He mentored me from the moment I met him,” wrote Cowher. He was an amazing coach, teacher, leader, and most importantly, my friend.”

Schottenheimer was defensive coordinator of the Cleveland Browns when Cowher, 23, played linebacker.

After Cowher’s playing days were done, Schottenheimer, now Browns head coach, hired him as special teams coordinator in 1985. He was promoted to defensive backs coach in 1987.

When Schottenheimer resigned in Cleveland and was quickly snapped up by the Kansas City Chiefs, he took Cowher with him. Cowher served under Schottenheimer as defensive coordinator from 1989 to 1991.

It was because of Schottenheimer that Cowher got a chance to coach in the NFL. Ultimately, Schottenheimer guided and prepared Cowher for his head coach role with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Longtime NFL coach Marty Schottenheimer dies at 77

Former NFL coach Marty Schottenheimer died Monday at 77 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s

Longtime NFL coach Marty Schottenheimer died Monday after battling Alzheimer’s since 2014.

His family revealed last Wednesday the 77-year-old had been moved to hospice care.

Schottenheimer coached the Browns, Chiefs, Washington, and Chargers. His overall mark was 205-139-1, including the playoffs.  He was named the NFL’s Coach of the Year in 2004 with the Chargers. He also led San Diego to a 14-2 mark in 2006.

Hall of Fame running back LaDainian Tomlinson played under Schottenheimer for five seasons with the Chargers and called him “the best coach I ever had.”

“I never went into a game with Marty as coach feeling like I wasn’t fully prepared to win,” Tomlinson said. “He really wanted you to understand every detail of the game plan. I considered him a true All-American man. He was a great father figure, and I was fortunate that my wife and I got to know he and [his wife] Pat beyond the typical player and coach relationship. He was a well-rounded human being. He cared more about the man than the athlete. I will remember him more for the life lessons that he taught me.”

The Chiefs released a statement.

“Our family and the entire Chiefs Kingdom mourn the loss of Marty Schottenheimer, and our prayers and heartfelt condolences are with his wonderful wife Pat and the entire Schottenheimer family today. Marty will rightfully be remembered as one of the greatest coaches in NFL history, but his legacy extends far beyond his winning percentage. He was a passionate leader who cared deeply for his players and coaches, and his influence on the game can still be seen today on a number of coaching staffs around the league.

“When Marty arrived in 1989, he reinvigorated what was then a struggling franchise and quickly turned the Chiefs into a consistent winner. Marty’s teams made Chiefs football a proud part of Kansas City’s identity once again, and the team’s resurgence forged a powerful bond with a new generation of fans who created the legendary home-field advantage at Arrowhead Stadium.

“Marty will always hold a special place in the history of the Chiefs, and he will be dearly missed by all of us who were blessed to call him a friend.”

Schottenheimer played four seasons with the Buffalo Bills and two for the Boston Patriots in the AFL from 1965-70.

Former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher offered a tribute:

He is survived by his wife, Pat, two children, Kristin and Brian, and four grandchildren.

Chiefs’ Clark Hunt releases statement on passing of Marty Schottenheimer

A statement from the team on the passing of legendary former Chiefs HC Marty Schottenheimer.

Kansas City Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt has released a statement on the death of former Chiefs HC Marty Schottenheimer.

You can read the statement below:

“Our family and the entire Chiefs Kingdom mourn the loss of Marty Schottenheimer, and our prayers and heartfelt condolences are with his wonderful wife Pat and the entire Schottenheimer family today. Marty will rightfully be remembered as one of the greatest coaches in NFL history, but his legacy extends far beyond his winning percentage. He was a passionate leader who cared deeply for his players and coaches, and his influence on the game can still be seen today on a number of coaching staffs around the league.

“When Marty arrived in 1989, he reinvigorated what was then a struggling franchise and quickly turned the Chiefs into a consistent winner. Marty’s teams made Chiefs football a proud part of Kansas City’s identity once again, and the team’s resurgence forged a powerful bond with a new generation of fans who created the legendary home-field advantage at Arrowhead Stadium.

“Marty will always hold a special place in the history of the Chiefs, and he will be dearly missed by all of us who were blessed to call him a friend.”

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Former NFL coach, Bills LB Marty Schottenheimer passes away at 77

Marty Schottenheimer dies at age 77.

Former longtime NFL coach and player with the Buffalo Bills, Marty Schottenheimer, passed away on Monday. He was 77.

In 2014 Schottenheimer was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and had battled with it ever since.

More notably a coach, Schottenheimer started his NFL career with the Bills. He played linebacker and was a seventh-round pick by Buffalo in the 1965 draft  and played with the team for four seasons. Schottenheimer was actually drafted by the NFL as well, but he opted to play for the Bills in the AFL instead.

Schottenheimer was a member of the Bills’ AFL Championship team, the club’s last title-winning side, in his first season. Schottenheimer was traded to the Boston Patriots prior to 1969 and played two more seasons there.

Schottenheimer’s biggest impact on football came via his time as a bench boss. As a head coach for the Browns, Chiefs, Football Team and Chargers, Schottenheimer had an overall record of 200-126-1 and only had two losing campaigns in 21 seasons.

However, he had less success in the postseason, going 5-13 there and never reaching a Super Bowl.

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Ex-Giants assistant Marty Schottenheimer dies at 77

Former New York Giants linebackers coach and defensive coordinator, Marty Schottenheimer, has passed away at the age of 77.

Former New York Giants linebackers coach and defensive coordinator, Marty Schottenheimer, passed away on Tuesday after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 77.

Schottenheimer, who was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing, had been moved into hospice care early last week. He was diagnosed with the disease in 2014.

Schottenheimer’s professional coaching career initially began in 1974 as the linebackers coach for the Portland Storm of the World Football League. A year later, he was hired by the Giants as their linebackers coach and would eventually be promoted to defensive coordinator for one season in 1977.

After his time with the Giants, Schottenheimer became the linebackers coach for the Detroit Lions (1978-1979) and eventually moved onto the Cleveland Browns, where he served as the defensive coordinator until 1984 when he took over as head coach. Schottenheimer would remain at that post until 1988.

Following a “mutual split” in Cleveland, Schottenheimer coached the Kansas City Chiefs from 1989-1998, the Washington Redskins in 2001 and the San Diego Chargers from 2002-2006. In 2011, he served as general manager and head coach of the Virginia Destroyers (United Football League).

Schottenheimer also had a playing career that spanned from 1965-1970 and included stops with the Buffalo Bills and Boston Patriots.

Schottenheimer is survived by his wife, Pat, their children Kristen and Brian, and his grandchildren Brandon, Sutton, Savannah and Catherine.

Former Browns head coach Marty Schottenheimer has passed away

Marty was a great coach and a greater man

Former Browns head coach Marty Schottenheimer has passed away less than a week after being placed in hospice care. Schottenheimer was 77.

Schottenheimer has been battling Alzheimer’s disease for several years.

A fan favorite for his positive approach and genial nature, Schottenheimer coached the Browns from the middle of 1984 through the 1988 season. His teams went 44-27 and won at least one playoff game every season between 1985 and 1988. Twice they advanced to the AFC championship round only to fall in heartbreaking fashion to the Denver Broncos each time.

Schottenheimer also coached in Kansas City, Washington and San Diego, as well as the now-defunct UFL. His son, Brian, has served as the offensive coordinator for three NFL teams over the last 14 seasons.

Our thoughts and sympathies are with the Schottenheimer family and all who Marty touched in his full life.

Ex-Chargers HC Marty Schottenheimer dies at age 77

The longtime NFL coach passed away on Tuesday.

Former Chargers head coach Marty Schottenheimer died at the age 77. Schottenheimer had been battling Alzheimer’s disease since 2014.

After coaching the Chiefs, Brown, Football Team, Schottenheimer coached the Chargers in 2002, finishing with a 47-33 record.

He was named the NFL’s Coach of the Year in 2004 with the Chargers. His NFL career ended in 2006 following a 14-2 season with the Bolts and a divisional-round exit from the playoffs.

Schottenheimer compiled a 200-126-1 record. He sits eighth all-time in wins.