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Mark Justin Dantonio (born March 9, 1956) is an American football coach and player. His most recent head coaching position was at Michigan State University, a position he had held from 2007 to 2019, presiding over one of the most successful eras in the program's history.
Jan 8, 2024 · The former Michigan State coach, who retired in 2020, is the winningest coach in Spartan history with 114 wins and three Big Ten titles. He joins a prestigious group of 19 players and three coaches in the 2024 Class of the College Football Hall of Fame.
Feb 5, 2020 · EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — From “pride comes before the fall” to Little Giants, Mark Dantonio leaves Michigan State fans with an abundance of fond memories after bringing the Spartans to heights they hadn't reached in decades.
Sep 15, 2023 · The former head coach came out of retirement to help the program after Mel Tucker was suspended for sexual harassment allegations. He will serve as an associate head coach and a consultant for Harlon Barnett, his longtime assistant and successor.
Feb 5, 2020 · Dantonio announced his retirement from the Spartans in a farewell letter to fans, citing his intentions to stay on with the university in a different role. He led Michigan State to a Big Ten title and a playoff appearance in 2015, but struggled in the past four seasons with a struggling offense.
The Spartans defeated Michigan eight times during a 10-game span from 2008 to 2017, the best 10-game stretch in program history. Known as one of the top defensive minds in the country, Dantonio and his staff assembled one of the most consistently productive defenses in the FBS, year in and year out.
Jan 8, 2024 · The former MSU football coach, who won three Big Ten titles and six bowl games, will be inducted as a member of the Class of 2024. He retired in 2020 but returned as an advisor to interim coach Harlon Barnett in 2023.
