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Tom Landry was an American football player and coach who is widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in the history of the sport. He was born in Mission, Texas in 1924 and attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he played college football. After college, Landry served in the United States Army Air Forces during World War
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Tom Landry was an American football player and coach who is widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in the history of the sport. He was born in Mission, Texas in 1924 and attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he played college football. After college, Landry served in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II.
Landry began his professional football career in 1949 as an assistant coach for the New York Giants. He was promoted to head coach in 1954 and held that position for the next 29 years. During his tenure with the Giants, Landry led the team to two NFL championships and five division titles. He also developed the now-famous 4-3 defense, which is still used by many teams today.
Landry was known for his innovative approach to the game, which included the use of the shotgun formation and the two-minute drill. He was also known for his calm demeanor and his ability to motivate his players. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1990.
Throughout his career, Landry was known for his commitment to excellence and his dedication to the game of football. He was a leader and a teacher who inspired his players to strive for greatness. He was a pioneer in the game of football and his legacy will live on for generations to come.
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