A closer look at the biggest achievements of Ron Rivera. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Ron Rivera is a former NFL linebacker and coach, now the general manager for the California Golden Bears. He played nine seasons for the Chicago Bears, winning Super Bowl XX in 1985. He coached the Carolina Panthers and the Washington Football Team/Commanders, twice earning NFL Coach of the Year honors while with Carolina. His career encompasses achievements as both a player and coach in professional football.
In 1983, Ron Rivera earned consensus All-American honors while playing college football for the Golden Bears.
In 1985, Ron Rivera became the first American of Puerto Rican descent to win a Super Bowl, as the Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XX.
In 1994, Ron Rivera was inducted into the California Athletics Hall of Fame.
In 2005, as defensive coordinator, Ron Rivera helped the Bears achieve the second-best defense in the league, win the NFC North, and he was named Assistant Coach of the Year by the Pro Football Writers Association.
In 2014, the Carolina Panthers had their first Playoff win since 2005.
In 2013, Ron Rivera led the Carolina Panthers to the playoffs for the first time since 2008.
In 2013, Ron Rivera led the Panthers to win the NFC South with a 12-4 record, earning him the AP NFL Coach of the Year award. He also acquired the nickname "Riverboat Ron".
In 2014, despite a slow start, Ron Rivera coached the Carolina Panthers to win their final four regular-season games, clinching the NFC South title for the second consecutive year.
In 2015, Ron Rivera led the Carolina Panthers to a 15-1 record and a Super Bowl 50 appearance, earning him his second AP NFL Coach of the Year award.
By late January 2021, Ron Rivera was considered cancer free after undergoing treatment.
By early 2021, Ron Rivera was considered cancer-free.
In 2022, Ron Rivera was awarded the George Halas Award by the Pro Football Writers of America for his adversity.
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