Buddy Ryan: Architect of the 46 Defense Dies at 82

Buddy Ryan was an American football coach. Born on February 17, 1934, in Frederick, Oklahoma, he served in the Army in Korea.

He designed the 46 defense, which helped the Chicago Bears win Super Bowl XX after the 1985 season. He later coached the Philadelphia Eagles and the Arizona Cardinals. His sons Rex and Rob Ryan also became NFL coaches.

He was a defensive coordinator for the New York Jets team that won Super Bowl III. Ryan died at his home in Shelbyville, Kentucky, on June 28, 2016, at age 82.

Achievements: Super Bowl champion coordinator (III and XX).

Birth: February 17, 1934 - Frederick, Oklahoma.

Profession: Football coach.

Interesting Facts: His twin sons Rex and Rob became coaches.