Dave Baldwin

College football coach[40]

What is Dave Baldwin known for?

Notable alumni from Granada Hills High School in California, Dave Baldwin, born in Denver, Colorado on March 22, 1955, has made a substantial impact on American football as a coach. Baldwin's coaching career, spanning over four decades, has seen him serve various prestigious colleges across the United States, from California State University, Northridge to Northern Colorado.

Baldwin started his coaching career in 1978 at Cal State Northridge as a Wide Receiver/Tight End coach. Over the years, he held multiple positions, including Defensive Back coach, Passing Game Coordinator, and Offensive Coordinator. His coaching resume boasts prominent names like Stanford, Cincinnati, Baylor, Michigan State, and New Mexico.

As a head coach, Baldwin had his stints at two colleges. He led the team at Cal State Northridge from 1995 to 1996, with a record of 9-12. His tenure at San Jose State University spanned from 1997 to 2000, culminating in three straight wins over Stanford and a remarkable upset over No. 24 Air Force. His overall record at San Jose State University was 18-27.

Baldwin also served as the interim head coach for Colorado State University during the 2014 Las Vegas Bowl. He spent his last years as an Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks coach at Northern Colorado from 2020 to 2021. During his coaching career, he maintained an overall college coaching record of 27-40 and a junior college record of 31-21.

Apart from coaching, Baldwin is also known for his unique personal habits. One such interesting fact is his extreme love for Diet Coke, where he admitted to consuming 16 to 18 cans a day for over 15 years.

Baldwin's relentless dedication and commitment to American football have etched his name as a respected figure in the realm. He has not only served but also influenced the game at various levels over the years, shaping a multitude of players' careers in the process.