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1990 Philadelphia Eagles - Buddy Ryan

Buddy Ryan was an American football coach who served as the defensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears, Philadelphia Eagles, and Arizona Cardinals in the National Football League (NFL). He was born in Frederick, Oklahoma, in 1931 and played college football at Oklahoma State University.

Ryan began his coaching career as an assistant at Oklahoma State University from 1955 to 1957. He then moved on to the Buffalo Bills, where he served as an assistant coach from 1958 to 1968.

In 1969, Ryan was hired as the defensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears. He remained in that position for eight seasons, helping the Bears win Super Bowl XX in 1985.

In 1986, Ryan was hired as the head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles. He served in that position for five seasons, but he was fired after the 1990 season.

In 1994, Ryan was hired as the defensive coordinator for the Arizona Cardinals. He remained in that position for three seasons, before retiring from coaching in 1997.

Ryan was a tough-minded coach who demanded a lot from his players. He was also a creative coach who was always looking for ways to get an edge. He was respected by his players and fellow coaches, and he was considered to be one of the best defensive coordinators in the NFL.

Ryan was a controversial figure, but he was also a brilliant coach who had a major impact on the NFL. He was a pioneer of the 46 defense, and he helped to change the way the game was played. He was a tough-minded coach who demanded a lot from his players, but he was also a great motivator and he was able to get the most out of his players.

Buddy Ryan's teams at the 1990 Philadelphia Eagles were a dominant force in the NFL. They finished the regular season with a record of 11-5 and won the NFC East division. Their defense was one of the best in the league, allowing just 16.8 points per game.

The Eagles' defense was led by White, who was one of the most feared pass rushers in the NFL. He had 16 sacks in 1990, which was second in the league. The Eagles' defense was also very well-coached. Ryan had a good understanding of the game and he was able to put his players in the best position to succeed.

Buddy Ryan ran the 46 defense with the 1990 Philadelphia Eagles. The 46 defense is a defensive scheme that was designed to stop the run and pressure the quarterback. It is named after the jersey number of former Chicago Bears linebacker Doug Plank, who was one of the first players to play in this scheme.

The 46 defense is a base defense that uses four defensive linemen and three linebackers. The defensive line consists of two defensive tackles and two defensive ends. The linebackers consist of a middle linebacker and two outside linebackers.

The 46 defense is a very aggressive defense. The defensive line is responsible for taking on two blockers and occupying the middle of the field. The defensive ends are responsible for rushing the quarterback and getting sacks. The middle linebacker is responsible for covering the middle of the field and making tackles. The outside linebackers are responsible for rushing the quarterback and getting sacks.

The 46 defense is a very effective defense against the run. The defensive line is able to take on two blockers and occupy the middle of the field, which makes it difficult for running backs to run up the middle. The outside linebackers are also responsible for defending the run, and they can help to contain running backs to the outside.

The 46 defense is also a very effective defense against the pass. The defensive line is able to rush the quarterback and get sacks, which can disrupt the passing game. The middle linebacker is also responsible for covering the middle of the field, and he can help to defend against deep passes. The outside linebackers are also responsible for defending against the pass, and they can help to pressure the quarterback and force turnovers.

The 46 defense was a very successful defense for the Philadelphia Eagles in 1990. They allowed just 16.8 points per game, which was the second-fewest in the NFL. They also forced a league-high 51 turnovers, including 24 interceptions.

The 46 defense was a major reason why the Eagles were so successful in 1990. They were able to stop the run and the pass, and they were able to create turnovers. Ryan's defense was a major reason why the Eagles were able to win the NFC East division and reach the NFC Championship Game that year.

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