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'The Greatest Show on Turf' started with Don Coryell

As the innovator behind the "The Greatest Show on Turf" and the head coach responsible for leading the St. Louis Rams to a win in Super Bowl XXXIV, NFL offensive guru Mike Martz had a front-row seat to the origins of that offense nearly 50 years ago.

During 12 seasons at San Diego State, former San Diego Chargers head coach Don Coryell put together an impressive 104-19-2 record, winning two Division II championships.

The Aztecs had winning streaks of 31 and 21 games, completing undefeated campaigns in 1966 and 1969 during Coryell's tenure.