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"Nobody Ever Remembers Who Came in 2nd": Losing Super Bowl Coaches

"To the victor belong the spoils" and the loser is often just left with heartbreak. Winners are revered for many years afterwards while losers are often forgotten. To what extent is that true? Well, let's test that theory. This quiz will test your knowledge of NFL Coaches and the Super Bowl. Can you identify the loser in each question? Let's go!

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Dave is an accomplished economics instructor with over two decades of experience in the prestigious International Baccalaureate program. His students have consistently ranked in the top 10% annually, and one year they achieved the highest overall class average in the world. This outstanding achievement led a UK publisher to request that he write a textbook, an offer he declined in favor of creating sports quizzes, which he found more engaging.

In addition to his teaching career, Dave is also a former high school football coach, having won a couple of local championships. While he wishes he had won more, he continues to be deeply involved in football as a scout, recruiter, and social media creator for a university football team.

Dave's passions extend beyond the classroom and football field. He is an avid fan of live music and international travel, often combining these interests. He has traveled to Spain, England, Iceland, and Chile to see bands perform. His greatest pride and joy is his daughter, who has recently excelled in powerlifting. In just a few years, she has become the Canadian record holder for the bench press in her weight class and finished second overall in the combined national event (bench, deadlift, and squat) in Moose Jaw in March 2024. She will be representing Canada at the World Bench Competition in Austin, Texas, in May 2024.

A die-hard fan of the Las Vegas Raiders, Dave has experienced his share of sports heartache, having seen them play in seven NFL cities with six losses. His all-time favorite athlete is Don Mattingly, reflecting his deep love for sports that spans many arenas.

"Nobody Ever Remembers Who Came in 2nd": Losing Super Bowl Coaches

In Super Bowl XXXV, the Ravens destroyed the Giants . Who was New York's Head Coach that day?

In Super Bowl XII, Dallas beat Denver. Who was Denver's Head Coach?

In Super Bowl XXXVIII, New England beat Carolina 32 to 29. Who was the Panthers' Head Coach?

In Super Bowl VII, Miami beat Washington 14 to 7. Who was the losing Head Coach?

In Super Bowl II, the Raiders lost. Who was their coach?

In Super Bowl XXIII, San Francisco beat Cincinnati for a 2nd time. Who was the Bengals' Head Coach?

In Super Bowl XVI, San Francisco beat Cincinnati. Who was the Bengals Head Coach?

In Super Bowl XX, Chicago destroyed New England 46 to 10. Who was the Patriots' Head Coach?

In Super Bowl XLIV, New Orleans beat Indianapolis. Who was the Head Coach of the Colts?

In Super Bowl XXXIV, the Rams beat the Titans. Who was the losing Head Coach in that game?

How many Super Bowls did Bill Cowher lose as the Head Coach of the Steelers?

In Super Bowl III, the Colts lost to the Jets. Who was the Colts' coach?

In Super Bowl 51 in 2017, New England rallied to beat Atlanta. Who was the Falcons' Head Coach?

How many times did Dan Reeves lose a Super Bowl?

In Super Bowl XIV, Pittsburgh beat the L.A. Rams. Who was the Rams' Head Coach?

How many times did Don Shula lose a Super Bowl?

In Super Bowl XLIII, Pittsburgh beat Arizona. Who was the Head Coach of the Cardinals?

In Super Bowl 50 in 2016, Denver beat Carolina. Who was the Head Coach of the Panthers?

In Super Bowl XXXVII, Tampa Bay easily beat Oakland. What was the Raiders' Head Coach?

How many Super Bowls did Bill Parcells lose as a Head Coach?

In Super Bowl I, the Chiefs lost. Who was their coach?

In Super Bowl XXIX, San Francisco beat San Diego 49 to 26. Who was the Chargers' Head Coach?

What Head Coach lost 4 Super Bowls with Minnesota?

How many times did Tom Landry lose a Super Bowl?

What Head Coach lost 4 Super Bowls with Buffalo?

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