About Rip Scherer
Born 1952. Rip Scherer is an American coach and head coach.
William Bernard "Rip" Scherer Jr. (born August 3, 1952) is an American football coach. He is the head coach for the Madrid Bravos of the European League of Football (ELF). Scherer served at the head football coach at James Madison University from 1991 to 1994 and the University of Memphis from 1995 to 2000, compiling a career college football head coaching record of 51–63. In 2018, he was named tight ends coach for the Los Angeles Chargers of the National Football League (NFL). In 2024, he will be Head Coach of the Madrid Bravos in the European League of Football.
Scherer is the cousin of Kevin Colbert, former Vice President of Football Operations for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is the son of longtime Pittsburgh-area high school coach William "Rip" Scherer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Rip Scherer?
American football player and coach
When was Rip Scherer born?
Rip Scherer was born on 3 August 1952 in Pittsburgh.
What is Rip Scherer's occupation?
Rip Scherer is a coach and head coach.
What nationality is Rip Scherer?
Rip Scherer is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rip Scherer. https://biography.guide/rip-scherer/
MLA: "Rip Scherer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rip-scherer/.
Chicago: "Rip Scherer." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rip-scherer/.
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