Jacksonville Jaguars to Hire Tom Coughlin as First Head Coach

The Jacksonville Jaguars are set to hire Boston College head coach Tom Coughlin, marking a significant move for the NFL team. Coughlin, a renowned coach with a long history of success, will leave behind his post as head coach of the Eagles. His departure was confirmed by Boston College officials, who also acknowledged his contributions to the team's recent success.

Key Takeaways:

• Tom Coughlin has been named the first head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars.
• He will be officially announced as the head coach at a Monday news conference.
• Coughlin has been the head coach at Boston College since 1991 and led the team to an 11-3 season with a 31-13 rout of Virginia in the Carquest Bowl.
• The Eagles finished 11th in the final UPI college football ratings.
• Coughlin has a notable coaching background, having served as receivers' coach with the New York Giants and assistant coach with the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers.
• He was edged out for the Jaguars' head coaching slot by Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Tony Dungy.
• Dungy, a respected young coaching star, has been defensive coordinator for the Vikings since 1992.

Statistics:

• 1993: Minnesota led the NFL in total defense under Dungy's guidance.
• 1992: Dungy became defensive coordinator for the Vikings.
• Boston College completed an 11-3 season in 1993-1994.
• The Eagles finished 11th in the final UPI college football ratings.
• Coughlin has been head coach at Boston College since 1991.

Sources:

• Boston College officials
• ESPN
• Florida Times-Union
• New York Giants
• Philadelphia Eagles
• Green Bay Packers
• Minnesota Vikings