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Timeline 1970-1974

1970

February 18:

Don Shula is named head coach and vice president after seven seasons coaching the Baltimore Colts.

Don Shula reports to the Dolphins for his official photo, February 18, 1970. (John Pineda/Miami Herald)

Among Shula’s fondest memories: the first time he coached the Colts to victory over the Green Bay Packers, 21-20, on September 20, 1964 before 42,327 screaming fans; John Unitas to Raymond Berry; the comeback victories; Unitas to Willie Richardson to beat the Packers, 13-10, on November 5, 1967.

Don Shula remembering his years in Baltimore

“The fan support we had there was tremendous. One of my biggest questions when I came here was whether or not we could get that kind of support here.”

Don Shula remembering his move from Baltimore to Miami

Don Shula, left, is introduced as the Dolphins coach by owner Joe Robbie in 1970. (Joe Schuppe/Miami Herald)