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Mike Shanahan

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Mike Shanahan. From birth to education, explore key events.

Mike Shanahan is a former American football coach, primarily recognized for his successful tenure as the head coach of the Denver Broncos from 1995 to 2008. He led the Broncos to two consecutive Super Bowl victories in XXXII and XXXIII, marking the first Super Bowl championships in the team's history. His total head coaching career encompassed twenty seasons, including time with the Los Angeles Raiders and Washington Redskins. He is also the father of current San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan.

10 hours ago : Shanahan looms over Purdy; Stefanski braces for weather; Saleh praises Sanders.

Mike Shanahan's presence adds pressure to Purdy. Stefanski anticipates variable weather conditions for the Browns game. Saleh commended Sanders' skills in a scouting report.

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August 24, 1952: Mike Shanahan Born

On August 24, 1952, Michael Edward Shanahan was born. He later became a celebrated American football coach.

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1968: Played wishbone quarterback

In 1968, Mike Shanahan played wishbone quarterback for coach Jack Leese's Eagles team at East Leyden High School.

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September 20, 1969: Single-Game Rushing Record

On September 20, 1969, Mike Shanahan set a single-game rushing record of 260 yards while playing high school football at East Leyden High School.

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1970: Graduation from High School

In 1970, Mike Shanahan graduated from East Leyden High School.

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1972: Near-Fatal Injury

In 1972, while a quarterback at Eastern Illinois University, Mike Shanahan suffered a ruptured kidney during practice, causing his heart to stop for thirty seconds. He nearly died as a result.

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1975: Graduate Assistant at Oklahoma

In 1975, Mike Shanahan served as a graduate assistant on Barry Switzer's staff at the University of Oklahoma.

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1976: Rushing record broken

In 1976, Dennis Cascio broke Mike Shanahan's single-game rushing record that was set in 1969.

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1976: Continued as Graduate Assistant at Oklahoma

In 1976, Mike Shanahan continued as a graduate assistant on Barry Switzer's staff at the University of Oklahoma.

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1977: Offensive Backfield Coach at Northern Arizona University

In 1977, Mike Shanahan became the offensive backfield coach at Northern Arizona University (NAU).

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1980: Offensive Coordinator at University of Florida

In 1980, Mike Shanahan accepted the position of offensive coordinator at the University of Florida under head coach Charley Pell.

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1983: End of Tenure at University of Florida

In 1983, Mike Shanahan's tenure as the offensive coordinator at the University of Florida concluded.

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May 2008: Attended Jenna Bush's Wedding

In May 2008, Mike Shanahan attended the wedding of George W. Bush's daughter, Jenna Bush, who was the former college roommate of Shanahan's daughter.

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2009: Rushing record broken

In 2009, Angel Maldonado broke the single-game rushing record of 260 yards, set by Mike Shanahan in 1969, with 312 rushing yards.

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July 2016: Fundraiser for Donald Trump

In July 2016, Mike Shanahan hosted a fundraiser for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in Loveland, Colorado.

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October 2016: Introduced Donald Trump at Campaign Rally

In October 2016, Mike Shanahan introduced Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Denver.

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October 2021: Mansion Sold for Record Price

In October 2021, Mike Shanahan sold his mansion in Cherry Hills Village, Colorado, for a record $15.7 million.

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