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Dennis Franchione, who revived TCU football and coached across Texas, dies at 75

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Dennis Franchione, who revived TCU football and coached across Texas, dies at 75

The longtime college football coach compiled a 213-135-2 record and led teams to nine conference titles. His family said he had battled cancer for a decade.

October 6, 2026