Biography
Overview (2)
| Born | in Glendale, California, USA |
| Birth Name | James Ernest Mora |
Mini Bio (1)
Jim Mora Sr. was born on May 24, 1935 in Glendale, California, USA as James Ernest Mora. He is known for his work on The Kicker, The NFL on CBS (1956) and NFL Monday Night Football (1970). He has been married to Connie Saunders since December 18, 1959. They have three children.
Family (1)
| Spouse | Connie Saunders (18 December 1959 - present) (3 children) |
Trivia (3)
Head Coach of New Orleans Saints (1986-1996; Win-Loss Record: 93-74, Playoffs: 0-4).
Father of Falcons head coach Jim Mora Jr.
Had a career coaching record of 125-106. Unfortunately, his name will always be synonymous with the playoffs: 1) his high-pitched "plaaaaayoffs!" outburst at a 2001 press conference and 2) his 0-6 record in the playoffs.
Personal Quotes (1)
To reporters in a high-pitched voice, "Playoffs? Don't talk about playoffs. Are you kidding me? Playoffs? I'm just hoping we can win a game, another game."
