Former NFL head coach Marty Schottenheimer has been moved into hospice care following complications from Alzheimer's, his family shared on Wednesday.
Schottenheimer, 77, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2014. He had a 21-year head coaching career with the Cleveland Browns (1984-88), Kansas City Chiefs (1989-98), Washington Redskins (2001) and San Diego Chargers (2002-06) and ranks eighth all time in wins, with a 200-126-1 (.613) record. He made 13 playoff appearances in 21 seasons.
Schottenheimer led Washington to an 8-8 record in his lone season there, after which he was fired by team owner Dan Snyder.
A statement issued by his family says Schottenheimer was moved into hospice care on Saturday and he is listed as being in stable condition.
"As a family we are surrounding him with love,” said Pat Schottenheimer, his wife, and speaking on behalf of their children, Kristin and Brian, “and are soaking up the prayers and support from all those he impacted through his incredible life. In the way he taught us all, we are putting one foot in front of the other… one play at a time.”
The Schottenheimer family asks that you respect their privacy at this time.
Bob Moore, who served as the public relations director for Schottenheimer during his time with the Chiefs, will be providing any necessary updates as they occur and can be reached by phone at (816) 213-7005 or by email at rbmoore111@gmail.com.