Bill Cowher

Date of Birth: May 8, 1957

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

William Laird Cowher, known as Bill Cowher, is a former professional American football coach and player. Born on May 8, 1957, in Crafton, Pennsylvania, Cowher is best known for his long tenure as the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in the National Football League (NFL). He began his NFL career as a player, spending three seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles and two with the Cleveland Browns. After retiring as a player, Cowher transitioned into coaching, starting as a special teams coach for the Cleveland Browns. Cowher’s most significant achievement came when he was appointed the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1992. Over his 15 seasons with the Steelers, he led the team to eight division titles, ten playoff appearances, and two Super Bowl appearances, winning Super Bowl XL in 2006. Known for his passionate coaching style and distinctive jaw, Cowher became a beloved figure in Pittsburgh and remains a prominent analyst for CBS Sports.

5 Interesting Facts about Bill Cowher

1. Bill Cowher was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2020.

2. He has a degree in education from North Carolina State University.

3. Cowher is known for his intense sideline demeanor, often referred to as “The Chin.”

4. He was the youngest coach to lead his team to the Super Bowl at the age of 38.

5. After retiring from coaching, Cowher pursued a career as a television analyst, joining CBS’s “The NFL Today” in 2007.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bill Cowher

1. “I have a very simple philosophy: surround yourself with good people.”

2. “Life is about choices. You make good ones, and you live with the consequences.”

3. “You never know how strong you are until being strong is your only choice.”

4. “The more you can do, the more you can do. That’s the way it is in football and in life.”

5. “It’s not about the X’s and O’s, it’s about the Jimmys and Joes.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Bill Cowher is estimated to be around $18 million.

Children

Bill Cowher has three daughters from his marriage to his late wife Kaye Cowher: Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsay. All three daughters were athletes; Meagan and Lauren played basketball at Princeton, while Lindsay pursued a career in professional volleyball.