Don Coryell
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About
Coach of the San Diego Chargers who invented the modern passing offense.
Before Fame
He spent three years as a paratrooper with the U.S. Army, and then earned a Master's degree at the University of Washington.
Trivia
Although the Chargers consistently led the league in passing and set records along the way, they didn't reach the Super Bowl.
Family Life
His parents raised him in Seattle, Washington.
Associated With
The Hall of Fame QB Dan Fouts led Don's "Air Coryell" attacks.