Wayne Fontes was born on February 2, 1940 in Massachusetts and was the head coach for the Detroit Lions for eight years. During his time with the Lions, he set a franchise record for career wins with 67. He was a successful coach and left a lasting legacy with the team.
Wayne Fontes is a member of Football Coach
Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $5 Million (2024)
About
He was the head coach for the Detroit Lions for eight years. He set a franchise record for career wins with 67.
Before Fame
He played in the AFL, then returned to school after an injury sidelined him.
Trivia
Although his Lions were good enough to make the playoffs most years he coached, they got knocked out of the playoffs early.
Family Life
His father was a first-generation immigrant from the Portuguese colony of Cape Verde.
Associated With
He was a close friend of Jon Gruden's son Jim.