Houston Nutt
Houston Nutt
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Houston Antenor Nutt Jr. is commonly known as Houston Nutt.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on October 7, 1941, in New Orleans, Louisiana; passed away (no information available).
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American former college football player and coach
Early Life and Background
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Nutt was born to a family of modest means. He grew up in New Orleans, where he developed a passion for football at an early age. His father, Houston Sr., played football at Tulane University, sparking Nutt's interest in the sport.
Growing up during World War II, Nutt and his family experienced hardships that instilled in him a strong work ethic. He attended Brother Martin High School, where he excelled on the football field as a quarterback.
Major Accomplishments
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Head coach at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), leading the Rebels to five bowl games
Interim head coach at the University of Arkansas, guiding the Razorbacks to two victories in 2007
Assistant coaches and coordinators for various teams throughout his career
Notable Works or Actions
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Nutt's most notable achievements as a head coach include:
The Ole Miss Rebels' bowl game appearances during his tenure (1998-2007)
* The Arkansas Razorbacks' victories in 2007, when he served as interim head coach
Impact and Legacy
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As a college football coach, Nutt left an indelible mark on the sport. His leadership and strategic approach earned him recognition within the coaching community.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Nutt's commitment to his teams, his ability to motivate players, and his passion for the game make him a respected figure in college football.
Quotes by Houston Nutt
You could tell there is more on his mind than playing man-to-man defense. But once his family got in town, it made things a whole lot easier for Darius.
I really think there's still a lot of season left, ... I wouldn't do it for any other reason except to win.
I really thought (Johnson) played hard and competed hard. He has a great look in his eye and did a good job for us.
(Snider) is playing hard, he did good. He's another one that's been hurt quite a bit, but he's a guy that's motor is always running. He got in 44 plays. We need him right now. We need him to keep coming.
Any time that you lose and you lose the way we did, there is going to be a confidence factor problem. The only way to cure that is to get back on the field and get better and move on.
The University of Arkansas is going to California and playing a great football team, ... It's something to get excited about.
(Coleman) got a lot of work last week, he's going to get a lot of work this week and we'll see where Cedric Washington is before we make the final (decision) on that.