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Bill McGovern, Ex-UCLA Defensive Coordinator, Dies at Age 60

  • Bill McGovern, a longtime college football and NFL assistant coach, died at 60 after battling cancer.
  • Most recently, McGovern served as UCLA's defensive coordinator before moving into an off-the-field role due to health issues.
  • McGovern coached at several schools, including UCLA, Nebraska and Boston College, and in the NFL with the Bears, Giants and Eagles.
  • McGovern is survived by his wife Colleen and three daughters, Amanda, Delainey and Mackenzie.
  • McGovern is on the ballot for the College Football Hall of Fame for his accomplishments as a player at Holy Cross and coach.
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