Daniel John Devine was an accomplished American football coach renowned for his successful tenures at the collegiate and professional levels. He notably coached the University of Notre Dame to a national championship in 1977 and also led the University of Missouri to great success. Devine's career also included a stint as the head coach and general manager for the Green Bay Packers of the NFL. Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1985, his legacy is marked by his disciplined coaching style and significant impact on the programs he led.