Ken Whisenhunt is the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals in the National Football League.
Whisenhunt led the Cardinals to a 9-7 record in the 2008 season to reach the first Super Bowl in franchise history. Despite losing Super Bowl XLIII to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Whisenhunt received a congratulatory phone call from President Barack Obama on February 2, 2009.The Arizona Republic: Obama Calls Whisenhunt at his Chandler Home
Fast Facts:
- Full name: Kenneth Moore Whisenhunt
- Born: February 26, 1962
- Birthplace: Augusta, Georgia
- College: Georgia Institute of Technology
- Major: Civil Engineering
- Drafted in the 12th round as the 313th pick
- NFL tight end for seven years
Brief Biography
Ken Whisenhunt began his coaching career at Vanderbilt University from 1995 to 1996. In 1997, he made his return to the NFL as an assistant for the Baltimore Ravens. In 2004, he was able to attain the offensive coordinator position with the Pittsburgh Steelers, taking over Mike Mularkey's job. It was not until 2006 that Whisenhunt landed the head coaching job with the Arizona Cardinals. In his first season as the Cardinals head coach Whisenhunt lead the team to an 8-8 record.
Ken Whisenhunt Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Arizona Cardinals
- Pro-Football-Reference.com: Coaching Career Stats | Playing Career Stats
- Height: 6-3
- Weight: 237
- Rookie Year: 1985
Ken Whisenhunt Merchandise
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