Dave McGinnis, former Cardinals head coach and beloved Titans ...
Dave McGinnis, former Arizona Cardinals head coach and longtime Tennessee Titans assistant coach and broadcaster, has died at age 74 after an illness.
www.wfmd.comDave McGinnis, a longtime NFL coach and Titans broadcaster, has reportedly died at age 74 after an illness. Multiple outlets confirmed his passing in mid-April 2026, including statements from the Tennessee Titans and Arizona Cardinals owners.[1][2][3]
- Who he was: McGinnis served as the Arizona Cardinals head coach from 2000–2003 and later worked as a Titans color analyst, among other NFL roles.[2]
- Public reactions: Titans owner Amy Adams Strunk and Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill issued heartfelt tributes highlighting his passion for the game and impact on players and colleagues.[2]
- Context: Reports indicate he had been in declining health and hospitalized earlier in March 2026 before passing away in Nashville with his family by his side.[3][2]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest local tributes, memorial services info, or a brief recap of his coaching career. I can also provide a short timeline of his career highlights.[3][2]