John Madden, legendary NFL coach and broadcaster, passes away at 85
John Madden, the legendary NFL coach and broadcaster who won a Super Bowl with the Oakland Raiders and later became one of the most beloved and recognizable figures in sports media, has died at the age of 85.
Madden’s death was announced Tuesday by the NFL. No cause of death was given.
Madden coached the Raiders for 10 seasons, from 1969 to 1978, compiling a 103-32-7 record and leading the team to victory in Super Bowl XI. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006.
After retiring from coaching, Madden became a broadcaster for CBS and Fox, where he called games for more than 30 years. He was known for his enthusiastic and colorful commentary, as well as his signature catchphrases, such as “Boom!” and “Uh oh, big play!”
Madden was also a successful video game designer. The John Madden Football series, which he created in 1988, is one of the most popular video game franchises of all time.
Madden was a beloved figure in the NFL community and beyond. He was known for his warmth, humor, and passion for the game of football. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and fans.
Here is a more detailed explanation of John Madden’s career:
- Coaching: Madden began his coaching career as an assistant coach at Hancock College in Santa Maria, California. He then moved on to the Oakland Raiders, where he served as the team’s defensive coordinator from 1967 to 1968. In 1969, he was named the Raiders’ head coach, and he quickly turned the team into a powerhouse. The Raiders won their first Super Bowl under Madden in 1976, and they appeared in another Super Bowl in 1977. Madden retired from coaching after the 1978 season.
- Broadcasting: Madden began his broadcasting career in 1979 as a color commentator for CBS. He quickly became one of the most popular broadcasters in the NFL, and he was known for his enthusiastic and colorful commentary. Madden moved to Fox in 1994, where he continued to call games until his retirement in 2009.
- Video game design: Madden created the John Madden Football video game series in 1988. The series has been a huge success, and it is one of the most popular video game franchises of all time. Madden was also involved in the development of other video games, such as NFL Head Coach and Madden NFL Mobile.
Madden was a pioneer in the field of sports broadcasting. He was one of the first broadcasters to use video replays and other visual aids to explain the game of football. He also helped to popularize the use of catchphrases and other verbal tics in sports broadcasting.
Madden was a master of the craft of broadcasting. He was able to make the game of football understandable and enjoyable for fans of all ages. He was also a great ambassador for the NFL, and he helped to grow the game’s popularity around the world.
Madden will be remembered as one of the greatest coaches and broadcasters in NFL history. He was a true pioneer in the field of sports broadcasting, and he helped to make the game of football a more popular and exciting sport.
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