NFL Defensive Innovator Monte Kiffin Dies at 84

Kiffin, known for his 'Tampa 2' scheme, left a lasting legacy in both college and professional football.

Monte Kiffin, former defensive coordinator for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, passed away surrounded by family in Oxford, Mississippi.
Kiffin's 'Tampa 2' defense was pivotal in the Buccaneers' Super Bowl XXXVII victory in 2002.
He spent over 50 years coaching, including stints with eight NFL teams and seven universities.
Kiffin's defenses consistently ranked among the top in the NFL, setting records for fewest points and yards allowed.
He was inducted into the Buccaneers' Ring of Honor in 2021 and received the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Award of Excellence in 2024.