Bill Parcells is a retired National Football League head coach, last coaching the Dallas Cowboys between the years of 2003 and 2006. He currently holds a position with the Miami Dolphins, as the Executive Vice President of Football Operations.
In December of 2008, it was rumored that Parcells, who has an opt-out clause in his contract, may leave the Dolphins should owner Wayne Huizenga sell the team.ESPN.com: Tuna Fishing? Parcells Has Opt-out Clause These rumors were put to rest on January 4, 2009, when ESPN reported that Parcells would stay with the Dolphins.ESPN.com: Report: Parcells to Stay with Miami
Brief Biography
Bill Parcells started his coaching career with the Air Force Academy and was part-time assistant basketball coach at Army, while Bobby Knight was the head coach. He got his first assignment as head coach in 1983 with the New York Giants. After a disastrous 3-12 first season, Parcells went on to win two Super Bowls with the franchise. He moved on to the New England Patriots, then back to New York with the Jets, ending his career as the coach of the Dallas Cowboys.
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Fast Facts
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Full name
Duane Charles "Bill" Parcells
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Born August 22, 1941
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Birthplace
Englewood, New Jersey
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Nicknamed "The Big Tuna"
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Alma-mater
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Won two Super Bowl rings with the New York Giants in Super Bowl XXI and Super Bowl XXV
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Became first coach in NFL history to take four different teams to the playoffs
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Announced third retirement from football on January 22, 2007
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His high school coach, Mickey Corcohran, was coached at St. Cecilia by Vince Lombardi
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Career record
172-130-1
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Post season record
11-8
