“I’ve never been so proud. In my life, I’ve coached for 31 or 32 years, and there has never been a game like this. It was probably the most exciting game in football history.”

Don Coryell with the San Diego Chargers c. 1981

San Diego Chargers Head Coach Don Coryell after the 1981 AFC Divisional game, where the Chargers held on to beat Miami after a dramatic 2nd half comeback by the Dolphins.

For more on Coach Coryell, check out his bio page.

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