Monte Kiffin was the architect of one of the most menacing defenses in NFL history.
and Tampa Bay defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin died at 84, announced by the University of Mississippi. Later, for 13 years, his Bucs defensive unit tormented the New Orleans Saints' offenses in the NFC South. Kiffin was the father of Ole Miss head football coach Lane Kiffin.
November 30, 2008; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin looks for a play to run against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports / Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports According to Ole Miss, Kiffin "peacefully passed away today in Oxford surrounded by family and friends. As his grandson Knox said, he's free of pain and smiling down on us from above. Please keep the Kiffin family in your thoughts and prayers during this time."
Monte Kiffin, 84, peacefully passed away today in Oxford surrounded by family and friends. As his grandson Knox said, he’s free of pain and smiling down on us from above.During his tenure with the Bucs, his defenses led the NFL with the fewest points allowed at 17.5, ranked second with 293 total takeaways, and surrendered only 286.8 years per game. His influence on the sport was profound, as he was a legendary architect of one of the most menacing defenses in National Football League history.
Kiffin won two national championships with the Nebraska Cornhuskers in 1970 and 1971. As a collegiate head coach with North Carolina State, he had a record of 16-17.
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