"He did some things right from the start and he had a lot of good fortune," McClure says. Stewart and Labonte amassed 62 wins and three titles in their time driving for JGR, and Gibbs credited them with "really (helping) build (the) race team." Joe was upset about it and I tried to tell him, in the few words I got to speak, that I like to play fair, that I abide by contracts. "How long would I do it (coaching)?" The noted Washington Redskins fan. https://ftw.usatoday.com/2017/07/denny-hamlin-joe-gibbs-throwback-thursday-old-photo-nascar, A hungry Ricky Stenhouse Jr. took the Daytona 500 trophy to Waffle House. A running total of the number of coaches of the Redskins. [3] Gibbs is the all-time leader in games coached and wins, and Dudley DeGroot leads all coaches in winning percentage with .737. The remaining 40 cars are divided into two 60-lap qualifying "duels" to be run on Thursday night. His answer was that his interest in racing will make him even more interested in football. Gibbs is a devout Christian. Gibbs added a deep passing attack which complemented the ground game, utilizing agile receivers such as Art Monk, Gary Clark, and Ricky Sanders. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- With their season hovering on the brink, the Dallas Cowboys turned to inspiration from former Washington Redskins coach Joe Gibbs. I knew that Richard Petty was a huge Redskins fan, Gibbs recalled. Why would you do that? Caused me to back up a little bit, but we wound up moving ahead, he said with a chuckle. The NASCAR teams cars sport brands including FedEx (NYSE:FDX), Interstate Batteries, and Mars. Russ Grimm. Ricky Rudd and Ricky Craven also took some memorable checkered flags in the colorful car. Pedregon continued to race for Gibbs until mid-season (Englishtown, New Jersey) in 1999. It was a great time for us, as a matter of fact. The team changed their name to the Redskins in 1933 and moved to Washington, D.C. in 1937. The Tide Ride, which has a storied 20-year history in NASCAR, is back on the track for the first time since 2006 as a primary race car sponsor. What does it mean? The win caused Gibbs to jump for joy. "Our personalities dictate how we dictate to people. He's as cool as they come. The owner, he says, brings in the sponsor's money and stays out of the way. His wife, Pat, and their two sons often took second place in his life. ormer Redskins assistant coach and franchise icon Joe Bugel died on Sunday, the team announced in a release. And while he has a monster schedule that includes working as an NFL television analyst and traveling to drag races and Winston Cup races on the same weekend -- and sometimes on the same day -- he is more rested than he can ever remember. List of Washington Commanders head coaches. [10][11] The team is based in Huntersville, North Carolina. In all Gibbs' years of coaching pro football, no one ever saw him point a finger or embarrass a player or coach on the sidelines. While Gibbs has yet to set the minds of his fellow owners at ease, he's done a very good job of it with his racers. Jun 28, 2020. (AP Photo/Steve Helber), At Chicagoland Speedway in 2012. His driver, Dale Jarrett, and his crew chief, Jarrett's brother-in-law Jimmy Makar, are highly rated in NASCAR. "[21], In 1992, Gibbs co-authored Joe Gibbs: Fourth and One,[24] and in 2003, he co-authored Racing to Win. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Now that he's a team owner, Gibbs likes to talk about teamwork being the key to success. "[4] With the recommendation of Gibbs, Tampa Bay selected Williams, and became the first African-American drafted in the first round to play quarterback. This allowed Gibbs to focus more on his role as head coach and CEO and devote more time to personnel matters, defense, and special teams. As coach of the Redskins from 1981 to 1992, he won three Super Bowls -- in 1983, 1988 and 1992 -- with three different quarterbacks. Jackson is currently a pit crew member for Christopher Bell in the NASCAR Cup Series. He had more to work with when he started than I did. And Pedregon made Gibbs' year even better by winning the U.S. Nationals, the biggest race on the NHRA schedule. The strength of our coaching staff on both sides of the ball was a key reason we had so much success. Blank and his general manager, Rich McKay moved quickly to interview him for the Falcons' vacant head coaching position due to the firing of Dan Reeves.[14]. Gibbs shared many stories during his speech, including a conversation he had with The King Richard Petty ahead of their team debut in 1992. "I think there are all different kinds of leaders and there are all different kinds of coaches," he says. Among those five victories are the 1993 Daytona 500, the Super Bowl of Winston Cup racing, and the 1995 Coca-Cola 600, the world's longest car race on a closed course. May 17, 2020 Joe Gibbs is one of the most successful men in sports history. 11 in football, Hamlin raced in car No. Beginning in 1995, Gibbs fielded three cars in the NHRA, one, in each professional category: Yates would bring home 2 NHRA Winston Pro Stock Championships in 1996 and 1997. But he makes it clear, as he did when he was the Redskins' coach, that he thinks success starts at the top. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. "You know, fast cars, rolled-up jeans and hamburger joints, that was me. The losses and Cooke's confidence served as a catalyst, and the newly motivated team improved and reached an even 88 record in 1981. Washington Football. In addition, former players have become assistant coaches, such as Earnest Byner, Russ Grimm, and Keenan McCardell. During the 2006 offseason, Gibbs hired Kansas City Chiefs' offensive coordinator Al Saunders to be associate head coach. "If I want to go home at 4:30 or 5, I do it. [1] Joe Gibbsis the only coach to have more than one tenure. He even sees his racing teams as having the same setup as his football teams. Jack Kent Cooke may have plenty of detractors, but Gibbs is not one of them. From the time I was very small, I loved just playing. It will bring back memories for fans as well as FOX Sports NASCAR announcer Darrell Waltrip, who won the 1989 Daytona 500 in the Tide Ride. He's sensitive to our needs and we're motivated. ", Yates bought out Jarrett's contract. [1], Joe Gibbs is the only coach to have more than one tenure. "What I've found is if I want to go home at noon and go for a run, I do it," he says. I haven't won a championship yet. There are very few times when somebody gets to live two dreams and I'm going to get to do that.". Stewart and Labonte amassed 62 wins and three titles in their time driving for JGR, and Gibbs credited them with really (helping) build (the) race team.. The Redskins won six of their first eight games under Zorn, only to finish 8-8 before falling to 4-12 his second season. Having the success he had in the NFL opened some doors for him that someone else with as much money or as much desire as he had couldn't open." Gibbs attended Cerritos Junior College and then San Diego State University (SDSU), coached by Don Coryell. "A thousandth of a second, a millisecond can be the difference in winning and losing. Would you believe Gibbs as the Fonz, or cruising in "American Graffiti"? It just turned out that way. He was succeeded as head coach by Jim Zorn. @Axalta and @Eagles announce the 2017 Axalta #AllProTeachers paint scheme for the No. That's why the return to his racing roots is so startling. CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO SPORTS UNCOVERED. In addition, former players have become assistant coaches, such as Earnest Byner, Russ Grimm, and Keenan McCardell. So that's a good thing obviously. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. The first driver for his team was Dale Jarrett (19921994), with the sponsor Interstate Batteries, and the number 18. [25], Advocating for African American Quarterbacks in the NFL, Jayski.com Article Gibbs to write book Game of Life, Last edited on 27 February 2023, at 15:59, List of National Football League head coaches with 50 wins, List of members of the NASCAR Hall of Fame, "Joe Gibbs: The Greatest Coach of the Super Bowl Era? McClenathan finished second in NHRA Winston Top Fuel points in both 1997 and 1998 with Gibbs. The team was managed by Gibbs' son Coy Gibbs until his untimely death in November 2022. After firing then-head coach Jack Pardee, Redskins owner Jack Kent Cooke was on the lookout for candidates. Unfortunately, he never got to build on that season as he was diagnosed with colon cancer the following spring and died on Sept. 3, 1970, at the . "I've brought lunch. He'd send me to the line with a nice clear mind and I'd feel razor sharp. There are a lot of synergies between NASCAR and Tide when it comes to loyal fandom and unwavering support of families and a strong connection to American culture, says Amy Krehbiel, brand manager for Tide. On September 5, 2008, Gibbs addressed the 2008 Republican National Convention, during which he offered his support for John McCain and his hope that the McCain-Palin ticket would lead to a 'spiritual awakening' in the United States. "I was one of those '50s kids," he says. Dan Reeves is another and Chuck Noll is another. 300: The best or worst NASCAR race name? When we finished talking, I could have gone out and done jumping jacks. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided byRefinitiv Lipper. CARLISLE, Pa. - Winning the Super Bowl is quite an experience, but it may not quite be the first turn at Daytona. Gibbs' accolades as a team owner include over 170 premier series wins, five championships, three Daytona 500 wins and being the winningest Xfinity Series owner,including two championships. "I had two dreams growing up: race cars and football. I absolutely adored him and will miss him terribly. It was announced that after the '99 season, Gibbs team would be reduced to a two-car team, and the Funny Car team was parked from then on. He says today that he learned his greatest lessons about success and ownership from Redskins owner Jack Kent Cooke. Earnhardt Jr. had a somber look on his face when he explained exactly why he made the move. DeGroot was a member of the United States. He was elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1963. And why not? Get a look at the starting lineup and flashy paint schemes of the 2023 Daytona 500. [5], Of the 28 Redskins coaches, seven have been elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, including Ray Flaherty, Turk Edwards, Curly Lambeau, Otto Graham, Vince Lombardi, George Allen and Joe Gibbs. The unmistakable logo - bright orange and yellow with the Tide bulls eye target is on the hood and will adorn Matt Kenseths #20 car in Darlington, South Carolina for the racing circuits Labor Day Weekend Throwback race. [2] Two different coaches have won NFL championships with the team: Ray Flaherty in 1937 and 1942, and Joe Gibbs in 1982, 1987 and 1991. This story appears in the Aug. 26-Sept. 2, 2019, issue of Sports Illustrated . The books resemble a business and life how-to book and motivational guide as he discusses his successes and mistakes in his career, offering the lessons he learned as tips to the readers. The Bills would score two cosmetic touchdowns for a final score of 3724. "I think Coach Gibbs knew that it wasn't a matter of being coached hard," recalled Williams. I'm really sad about that. The Daytona 500 features a unique qualifying format that is not used anywhere else on the NASCAR calendar. [4] Mike Nixon is statistically the worst coach the Redskins have had in terms of winning percentage, with .182. He also took Gibbs' MBNA Top Fuel Dragster to a $200,000 payday, winning the 2000 NHRA Winston No-Bull Showdown, pitting Top Fuel Dragsters against Funny Cars in a 24 car shootout. Receive comprehensive coverage of your teams and stream Capitals and Wizards games easily from your device. Joe had an incredible passion for the game of football," Gibbs said. When general manager Bobby Beathard pointed out the 40-year-old San Diego assistant coach, Cooke, who had a keen eye for spotting leadership and an ability to teach (he also hired Jerry West and Sparky Anderson to their first managerial/executive jobs), saw Gibbs' potential during an interview and hired him. He's the only person who has managed to achieve such a high level of success in two sports. Redskins' Coach Puts On Nascar Racing Shirt Aug 18, 1991 Vito Stellino Baltimore Sun CARLISLE, Pa. - Winning the Super Bowl is quite an experience, but it may not quite be the first turn at. passed away on January 11 and was honored in the 2019 Daytona 500 on Lap 11. "Once you're hooked on cars, you're always hooked," he says. "I think this is something . I thought that's what I'd wind up doing, driving race cars or playing football. Musgrave's input allowed the Redskins to add a few new wrinkles to their playbook. Read. Gibbs won three Super Bowl titles as head coach of the Washington Redskins, and he's won five NASCAR Cup Series Championships as the owner of Joe Gibbs Racing. These will set the field from spots three through 40. When you get something that's exciting in life, it makes everything else seem much more exciting. The only team he seriously considered coming back for was the Carolina Panthers when they first joined the NFL as an expansion in 1995. During his first stint with the Redskins, he led them to eight playoff appearances, four NFC Championship titles, and three Super Bowl titles over 12 seasons. 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Krehbiel says the diminutive, but dynamite 48 Biles embodies the Tide PODS message: These packs are super concentrated, twice as compact as liquid detergent, so small but powerful is a good analogy.. "I'm not used to such fast starts," Gibbs quips, recalling his 0-5 start as the Redskins' new coach in 1981. A Twitter conversation later ensued with Earnhardt, the Eagles, and the Redskins all joining in. Thus any coach who has two terms as head coach is only counted once. He says that his former boss was always great under pressure. And as Cory McClenathan nods vigorously in agreement with Pedregon, it is apparent nothing has changed in Gibbs' new situation. Yes, it was hard to understand. The Giants would win 170. All rights reserved. The Redskins finished 511 in 2006, the team's worst regular-season record under him. Hiring season is almost complete. But what I am happy about is helping them promote the All-Pro Teachers charity and organization that the Philadelphia Eagles have, where they basically acknowledge teachers that are really great teachersput their kids first and really excel in the classroom and outside the classroom as well. He has been the team's main negotiator and cap analyst. So I called him, asked him if I could come down for a meeting, and Ill always remember this meeting. "I hope that my Redskins pals, all the fandom that I'm a part of, I hope you guys don't disown me. Gibbs. Those were the questions Gibbs faced last week. The Darlington race and throwback (format) has caught on with our sport and fans. Gibbs graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1959, where he was the star quarterback. I said what better a guy to get advice from? . "So I feel a little better about it." Gibbs' success is continuing this year. Gibbs was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1996, as well as being named to the NFL 100 All-Time Team. "I am absolutely devastated by the news. On Friday night, the three-time Super Bowl champion and five-time NASCAR champion became the first individual to be inducted into the Pro Football and NASCAR Hall of Fames. That may be hard for some people to understand.". But there is no doubt Joe Gibbs likes his post-football career. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones . In football, he was head coach for the Washington Redskins of the National Football League (NFL) from 1981 to 1992, and again from 2004 to 2007. "He did speak to me [at the Daytona 500] last month," Yates says. He graduated from San Diego State with a degree in education and later earned a master's degree in physical education. Former Redskins assistant coach and franchise icon Joe Bugel died on Sunday, the team announced in a release. The 2020 version of the XFL kicked off this past Saturday with a match between the Seattle Dragons (coached by former Redskins coach Jim Zorn) and the D.C. Defenders at Audi Field. There have been 30 head coaches for the team, including their time as the Boston Braves (1932), Boston Redskins (1933-1936), Washington Redskins (1937-2019), Washington Football Team (2020-2021), and Washington Commanders (2022-present). "When I was growing up in the '50s, it was cars and hamburger joints. src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=674090812743125&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/>. This car will be the one that gets the most attention.. Former Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch tells Oakland Raiders he will un-retire for return, Ottawa Senators star tears up in post-game interview after long absence. There are a lot of different ways to skin a cat.". Having coached new Redskins quarterback Mark Brunell when they both were in Jacksonville, they easily formed a rapport. Fielding three drag-racing teams last season, his first in that sport, he compiled nine wins and nine runner-up finishes -- with Top Fuel driver Cory McClenathan, Pro Stock driver Jim Yates and Funny Car driver Cruz Pedregon each finishing in the top three in their class. Gibbs' dream goes back to the days when he competed in drag races as a teen-ager in Southern California. He took over for Gibbs as the team's primary play-caller upon joining the Redskins. J. D. and his wife, Melissa, had four sons: Jackson, Miller, Jason, and Taylor. He insists that he didn't know it was going to be his last season as coach of the Redskins. The three-time Super Bowl-winning coach of the Washington Redskins and leader of a winning NASCAR team bearing his name talks candidly about the challenges of inspiring others to achieve the . Click hereto download for comprehensive coverage of your teams. Note: Statistics are accurate through the 2015 NFL season. "I love racing; J. D. wanted to go into racing instead of football, and Coy loves racing. Beef. Saunders came from a similar background as Gibbs, as both learned under Don Coryell. The stock-car season runs from mid-February to mid-November; the drag-racing season from early February to late October. I think you learn that, whether you're a good player or not.". You need a distraction.' And he just handles everyone like human beings. Success just keeps following the 54-year-old Gibbs. I've put my order in, but I haven't had my order filled yet.". This page was last modified on 12 January 2016, at 00:21. died on January 11, 2019, after a long battle with neurological brain disease diagnosed in 2015, while his other son, Coy, died in his sleep on November 5, 2022. For the first time under Gibbs, the Redskins offense utilized the shotgun formation. A graphic about the old Washington Redskins coaching staff is going viral this week ahead of the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. He worked for Don Coryell, John McKay, Frank Broyals and Bill Peterson, some of the biggest names in the coaching business. Two candidates with family ties to the NFL went before voters on Tuesday, and the results were . Under Zorn, Portis rushed for 1,487 yards in 2008 -- the third-best total . FAQ - New Privacy Policy. "[9] A notorious workaholic, he had begun to suffer health problems, and he cited a desire to spend more time with his family. When he was asked if racing would be a distraction, he said: "I had a talk with (owner) Mr. (Jack Kent) Cooke and with John Cooke and John Cooke's statement was: `Hey, Joe, this is great. Gibbs was also credited for creating the Trips formation: stacking three wide receivers to one side. Russell Scott Grimm (born May 2, 1959) is an American former professional football player who was a guard for the Washington Redskins of the National Football League (NFL). Pat went to see the boys on weekends and I decided I was missing out on what mattered most. [18] His grandsons Jackson and Ty both work for his team. Anyways HTTRHail to the Redskins. The two degrees have made a good combination over the years, as Gibbs has taught first football players and now race-car drivers and race crewmen how to get the most out of themselves. Although Gibbs helped craft a passing-oriented attack during his time in San Diego, his Redskins teams incorporated a smash-mouth, rushing-oriented attack called the counter trey. After that, he would spend three years in Oakland, the first two as an assistant before being promoted tohead coach for the 1997 season. [4] Of all the coaches, seven have been elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame: Ray Flaherty, Turk Edwards, Curly Lambeau, Otto Graham, Vince Lombardi, George Allen, and Gibbs.[5]. I am absolutely devastated by the news of Joes passing," Redskins owner Dan Snyder said in a statement. Behind the "Hogs," the Redskins had four running backs finish with over 1,000 yards during Bugel's eight-year run with the Redskins. "When he walks through the shop, he's always got an encouraging word for everybody. At the time, Jarrett was not running well with Gibbs' team, and Yates was trying to find a top driver. In 1998 Cruz Pedregon would be sponsored by Interstate Batteries and Jim Yates by SplitFire. Two months after Super Bowl XXVII, Gibbs retired on March 5, 1993, surprising many in the organization and around the league. Gibbs induction came alongside four other members in the 2020 class, including former Joe Gibbs Racing champions Tony Stewart and Bobby Labonte, as well as Waddell Wilson and Buck Baker. They needed a bit of help to make the playoffs and they got it after a loss by the Green Bay Packers got them in as the last Wild Card entry. Gibbs is the only NFL coach to win three Super Bowls with three different starting quarterbacks and three different starting running backs. But that was Gibbs on the track at the Dickinson College football field - 19 days before the opening of the NFL season - at a news conference promoting his new NASCAR team. "For Axalta. Is that clear?" His family is together; home is Charlotte, N.C., the heart of stock-car country. The 1987 Redskins made the playoffs and again defeated the Chicago Bears 2117 on the road in the divisional round, then beat the Minnesota Vikings 1710 at home in the NFC Championship Game, then at Super Bowl XXII, they rode the arm of quarterback Doug Williams to blow out the Denver Broncos 4210. Gibbs began his career with a stint as offensive line coach at San Diego State under Coryell (19641966). Please check your email for a confirmation. Ty drives the No. "He's a coach in every respect," says his Winston Cup driver, Bobby Labonte. Denny Hamlin met then-Washington Redskins coach Joe Gibbs in 1992. But one thing the former Redskins coach . Pedregon has driven for a number of different owners and he labels Gibbs "the most enthusiastic" by far. The son of a legendary Redskins coach and brother of a former Virginia governor, Bruce Allen's ties to football and politics will be put to the test as he helps Daniel Snyder's efforts to. Gibbs threw his clipboard down, pointed his finger in Nelsen's face and said, "Don't you ever talk to him like that again! Gibbs' offenses were known for their extensive number of formations, as well as shifts and motions. Joe Jackson Gibbs (born November 25, 1940) is an American auto racing team owner and former professional football coach. But with the Olympics winding down and the NFL season not kicking off until after Labor Day, Tide is concentrating on the track. Through all his years as a football coach, Gibbs never lost his desire to race cars. In football, he was head coach for the Washington Redskins of the National Football League (NFL) from 1981 to 1992, and again from 2004 to 2007. "I'm probably the only guy who's had a run-in with [Gibbs]," Yates says. We shared a special bond and he was a great friend. The noted Washington Redskins fan took to social media after the announcement was made in an effort to sort things out. Driver Buddy Baker and mechanic Waddell Wilson were also voted in Wednesday. The former Redskins coach passed away at 80 years old on Sunday, June 28, according to a statement released by the Washington Redskins organization. Gibbs retired as head coach and president in January 2008, citing family obligations. In his book Rise of the Black QB, author Jason Reid cited an incident in the 1978 Tampa Bay training camp, in which quarterbacks coach Bill Nelsen began berating Williams in what was described as going beyond coaching and becoming a personal attack. The Tide car is an iconic brand in this sport,said team owner Joe Gibbs during an interview withFOXBusiness.com. Pedregon credits Gibbs' soothing style for improving his reaction time to No. I have no desire to do it. He considers the many different successful coaches he has known and their differences, looking for a common thread. Center Jeff Bostic called it "probably the biggest shock I've gotten in my life. Gibbs, co-founder of Joe Gibbs Racing, dies at 49", "Joe Gibbs: Redskins on the right path under Mike Shanahan", Text and video: Joe Gibbs' speech at Republican convention, Coach Gibbs Drive officially unveiled - SI.com, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Joe_Gibbs&oldid=1141925558, Coach Gibbs Drive - a street leading to Washington's practice facility in Ashburn, Virginia, This page was last edited on 27 February 2023, at 15:59. In fact, all of his drivers point to his calm and his enthusiasm as the motivational forces in their lives. Bugel's unit one considered one of the most dominant in the NFL every year, and the offensive line played a major role in Washington's Super Bowl runs in 1982 and 1987. Legal Statement. In 2002, Gibbs and a small group of investors bought five percent of the Atlanta Falcons from owner Arthur Blank for $27 million. Under Lombardi, the Redskins went 7-5-2 in 1969. [13] It wasn't until late 2003 when Gibbs really started to catch the football fever again. Market data provided byFactset. I just can't say enough about him.". If we do, the Tide people are sharp and theyll come back to us and well have a chance to do something into the future., Katie Ledecky Takes Olympic Payday To Stanford, Dick's Deciding How to Use the Sports Authority Name, Emmitt Smith Disappointed at NFL For Banning Cowboys Cop Tribute. Gibbs' offense was aided by aggressive defensive units under the direction of defensive coordinator Richie Petitbon. Racing's calendar is quite a bit longer than football's 16-week regular season. On January 5, 2010 the Redskins hired former Denver Broncos and Oakland Raiders coach Mike Shanahan. [3] Gibbs is the all-time leader in games coached and wins, and Dudley DeGroot leads all coaches in winning percentage with .737 (with at least one full season coached). Now, he'll be the only person to be in the @profootballhof and @nascarhall of Fame. In 1986, Gibbs coached the team to a 124 regular-season record and defeated the Los Angeles Rams 197 in the wild card playoffs, then upset the defending champion Chicago Bears 2713 in the divisional round, on the road, to get back to the NFC Championship game against the New York Giants. With his track record, no doubt it is only a matter of time. "Sunday morning [race time] is my big pressure time and Cruz's, too," says McClenathan. JGR is celebrating its silver anniversary this year and has posted 200 NASCAR wins and four Cup Series championships. "Bill Walsh is one kind of personality. "I've had a burning desire to get back into drag racing ever since we [he and his friends] blew up our engine in the 1960s and didn't have the money to get it fixed. The architect of the Washington Redskins' infamous "Hogs" offensive line has died. It's What's For Dinner. He'll use the car with the Eagles scheme in June at the Pocono 400 at Pocono Raceway. "I learned a long time ago that the most important thing you do in a position of authority is hire the right people," he says. "It's not a plan or anything," he says of leadership. The Redskins franchise was founded as the Boston Braves, named after the local baseball franchise. They had two sons, J. D. Gibbs and Coy Gibbs, and eight grandchildren. The Redskins once again won an NFC Championship, defeating the San Francisco 49ers 2421 on a last-second field goal, advancing to Super Bowl XVIII. He's the only coach to win a Super Bowl (3x) AND a NASCAR Cup Series championship (5x). 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