Dennis Franchione, Former SEC Football Coach, Dies at 75
A report from Springfield, MO, indicates the passing of Dennis Franchione, a former SEC head football coach for programs including Alabama and Texas A&M, who also started his coaching career at Miller High School. He was 75.
Springfield, MO, October 6, 2026 — Dennis Franchione, a prominent figure in college football who held head coaching positions with Southeastern Conference programs, has passed away. A report originating from Springfield, Missouri, confirmed his death. He was 75 years old.
Franchione was known for his tenure as the head football coach at two major SEC institutions: the University of Alabama and Texas A&M University. His coaching career began at the high school level, where he first served as a coach at Miller High School.
Further details regarding the circumstances or date of his passing were not immediately available in the initial report. Information on specific years coached at each program or other biographical details beyond his coaching roles was also not provided.
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