Johnny Majors, a legendary coach for the Tennessee football team and member of the College Football Hall of Fame, has died. He was 85.
Jackie Sherrill, a longtime friend of Majors' who worked on staff with him at Pittsburgh, confirmed the news with Majors' family.
In 16 seasons as Tennessee's coach from 1977-92, Majors compiled a 116-62-8 record.
He began his playing career with the Vols in 1953, joining the team as a single-wing tailback. He was named the SEC Player of the Year in 1955 and 1956.
Majors rushed for 549 yards and seven touchdowns and passed for 552 yards and five touchdowns, leading Tennessee to a 10-1 season in 1956 and an SEC championship.