Good NFL coaches are like fathers, bosses, and babysitters all rolled into one. These are men who know a thing or two about life and leadership, and the lessons they pass on to their players don’t lose their utility away from the football field. Here, we've compiled 20 of the wisest, most timeless quotes from some of the NFL's greatest coaching minds.

Best Nuggets Of Wisdom From NFL Coaches

Vince Lombardi

Green Bay Packers (1959-67), Washington Redskins (1969)
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Mike Ditka

Chicago Bears (1982–92), New Orleans Saints (1997–99)
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Tom Landry

Dallas Cowboys (1960-88)
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John Madden

Oakland Raiders (1969-78)
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Bum Phillips

Houston Oilers (1975-80), New Orleans Saints (1981-85)
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Bill Parcells

New York Giants (1983–90), New England Patriots (1993–96), New York Jets (1997–99), Dallas Cowboys (2003–06)
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