Much has been made of the late Bill Walsh “coaching tree,” the metaphorical lineage on which a coach traces his path to success in the coaching ranks. In an industry where performance is king but relationships are crucial to getting a chance, it’s not surprising that most head coaches laid the foundation for their current success by being...

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