An All-American linebacker at A&M under Bryant, Pardee was one of the toughest players Bear Bryant ever coached. He went on to the NFL, and achieved glory as a 2-time All-Pro with LA Rams and the Washington Redskins.

Once he hung up his cleats, Pardee went on to coach – with great success – in the NFL, WFL, USFL, CFL and at the University of Houston. He was named NFL Coach of the Yer twice and during one stretch, won 87 games in 11 years.

Q&A with Jack Pardee