Former Tennessee offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Mike DeBord, aged 69, has passed away. DeBord held the position at Tennessee from 2015 to 2016, following his role as Tom Brady's offensive coordinator at Michigan.
During his tenure, Tennessee achieved a 9-4 record in both 2015 (5-3 SEC) and 2016 (4-4 SEC) under head coach Butch Jones. Brady commended DeBord's coaching abilities, citing his impact on his development as a quarterback and praising his knowledge of offensive football and quarterback development. DeBord expressed his enthusiasm for joining the University of Tennessee football program in 2015, emphasizing his commitment to contributing to the team's offensive system and culture.