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Jonathan Gannon

American football coach (born )

American football player

Jonathan Gannon (born January 4, ) is an American professional football coach who is the head coach for the Arizona Cardinals of the National Football League (NFL). He came to prominence as the defensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles, helping the team reach Super Bowl LVII.

He also previously served as an assistant coach for the Atlanta Falcons, Tennessee Titans, Minnesota Vikings, and Indianapolis Colts.

Early years

A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Gannon attended Saint Ignatius High School where he was a successful three-sport athlete, winning a state championship in basketball as a point guard, a district champion as a hurdler in track, and a state championship as a standout wide receiver and defensive back.[1]

Gannon went on to play at the University of Louisville until he suffered a career-ending injury.

He remained with the program as a volunteer assistant during the – seasons.[2] He was a graduate assistant the next season for Louisville.[3]

Coaching career

Atlanta Falcons

In , Gannon was hired by the Atlanta Falcons as a defensive quality control coach, following Bobby Petrino to the National Football League.[4]

St.

Louis Rams

In , Gannon was hired by the St. Louis Rams as a college scout. He was promoted to a pro scout in and left the Rams in [5]

Tennessee Titans

In , Gannon returned to coaching and was hired by the Tennessee Titans as a defensive quality control coach, a position he served in until [6]

Minnesota Vikings

In , Gannon was hired by the Minnesota Vikings as their assistant defensive backs and defensive quality control coach.[7] He served in this role for four seasons before leaving the Vikings following the season.[8]

Indianapolis Colts

In , Gannon was hired by the Indianapolis Colts as their defensive backs and cornerbacks coach under head coach Frank Reich and stayed there until [9]

Philadelphia Eagles

In , Gannon was hired by the Philadelphia Eagles as the team's defensive coordinator.[10]

Arizona Cardinals

Two days after losing Super Bowl LVII, Gannon was hired by the Arizona Cardinals as their head coach on February 14, [11][12]

Tampering scandal

On April 27, , it was revealed that Gannon had interviewed with the Cardinals the week after the Eagles won NFC Championship Game, which is a period of impermissible conduct.[13] According to Marcus Hayes of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Eagles front office was furious at Gannon believing that he was distracted prior to the Super Bowl.[13] As a result of the tampering, the Eagles and Cardinals announced they had swapped third round picks in the NFL draft and the Cardinals received the Eagles' fifth round pick.[13]

season

See also: Arizona Cardinals season

Gannon won his first preseason game 18–17 against the Denver Broncos on August 11, However, the Cardinals lost in Gannon's regular-season debut against the Washington Commanders by a score of 20–16 on September 10, On September 24, , Gannon won his first regular-season game as an NFL head coach against the Dallas Cowboys by a score of 28–[14] Despite starting 1–8 the return of quarterback Kyler Murray in week 10 saw the team finish the season on a 3–5 run including a notable upset over Gannon's previous team the Philadelphia Eagles in week 17 which denied them a chance at the NFCs top seed in the playoffs.

Under Gannon, the Cardinals finished 4–13 in [15]

season

See also: Arizona Cardinals season

On September 8, , the Cardinals lost against the Buffalo Bills by a score 28–34 in the week 1 season opener.[16] On September 15, , Gannon and the Cardinals earned their first win of the season in week 2 against the Los Angeles Rams by a score of 41–[17] Since week 4, Gannon led the Cardinals to four consecutive victories for the first time under his leadership and three victories on game-winning field goals after a deficit of 13 points or less: 24–23 against the San Francisco 49ers,[18] 17–15 against the Los Angeles Chargers,[19] and 28–27 against the Miami Dolphins.[20]

Head coaching record

TeamYearRegular seasonPostseason
WonLostTiesWin&#;%FinishWonLostWin&#;%Result
ARI41304th in NFC West————
ARI8903rd in NFC West————
Total1222000

Personal life

Gannon is married and has three children.[21]

References

  1. ^Franklin, Chris (January 25, ).

    "How a hip injury led to Jonathan Gannon becoming Eagles' new defensive coordinator". . Retrieved January 26,

  2. ^Frank, Reuben (January 24, ). "5 Things You Should Know About New Eagles DC Jonathan Gannon". NBC Philadelphia. Retrieved January 26,
  3. ^Axson, Scooby (February 14, ).

    "Arizona Cardinals to hire former Louisville football player Jonathan Gannon as head coach".

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    The Courier-Journal. Retrieved February 18,

  4. ^McGavic, Matthew (February 14, ). "Report: Former Louisville Safety/Assistant Jonathan Gannon Named Head Coach of Arizona Cardinals". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved February 18,
  5. ^DaSilva, Cameron (February 16, ). "New Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon has previous ties to the Rams".

    Rams Wire. Retrieved February 18,

  6. ^Boclair, David (January 21, ). "Three Former Titans Assistants Come Together on NFC Team's Staff". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved May 28,
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  12. ^Root, Jess (February 14, ). "Browns QB coach likely OC for Jonathan Gannon, if named Cardinals' HC". Cards Wire. Retrieved February 18,
  13. ^Zangaro, Dave (January 24, ). "Eagles have reportedly found their next defensive coordinator".

    Arizona Cardinals The longest tenured head coach on his current team is Mike Tomlin who has been with the Pittsburgh Steelers since Andy Reid is the only active coach with multiple Super Bowl wins with three. Other active head coaches to have won a Super Bowl are Tomlin, John Harbaugh, Sean McVay, and Sean Payton. Reid, Tomlin, Harbaugh, and McVay have won.

    RSN. Retrieved May 28,

  14. ^Shook, Nick (January 24, ). "Eagles agree to terms with coach Nick Sirianni, hire Jonathan Gannon as new defensive coordinator". . Retrieved February 18,
  15. ^Urban, Darren (February 14, ). "Cardinals Name Jonathan Gannon As New Head Coach".

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  16. ^Edholm, Eric (February 14, ). "Cardinals hiring Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon as next head coach". . Retrieved February 14,
  17. ^ abcHayes, Marcus (April 29, ).

    "Sources: The Eagles are furious with Jonathan Gannon after tampering case with Cardinals". The Philadelphia Inquirer.

  18. ^"Arizona Cardinals vs. Dallas Cowboys final score – September 24, ". .

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  19. ^" Arizona Cardinals Rosters, Stats, Schedule, Team Draftees, Injury Reports". . Retrieved October 14,
  20. ^"Arizona Cardinals vs. Buffalo Bills final score – September 8, ". . September 8,
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  27. ^"Arizona Cardinals vs. Miami Dolphins final score - October 27, ". . October 27,
  28. ^Rogers, Joshua (February 15, ). "New Arizona Cardinals coach is married to a well-known TV host". HITC. Retrieved February 18,

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