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United States Jim L. Mora has transitioned from collegiate athlete to a respected football coach with extensive experience in both college and the NFL, now serving as the head coach for the University of Connecticut.
Jim L Mora currently serves as the Head Coach of the University of Connecticut football team, transforming the program since taking the reins after the 2021 season.
Following his time as head coach for the Seahawks, Mora accepted a position as a commentator with the NFL Network.
During the 2010 season, Fox Sports announced that Mora would be serving as a color analyst on the network's NFL coverage. He also provided commentary on 'The Coaches Show'.
Mora turned to broadcasting after being fired from the Falcons, becoming a contributor to NBC's playoff coverage.
Mora returned to broadcasting in 2018 following his termination from UCLA, joining ESPN's college football coverage as a studio analyst.
Former National Football League (NFL) Coach of the Year Jim Mora shared insights on teamwork.
The Moras run the Count On Me Family Foundation, an organization that targets children from low socio-economic backgrounds, children with mental and physical disabilities, and children deemed 'at-risk,' as well as those that lack stability or support in their lives.
James Lawrence “Jim” Mora was born on November 19, 1961, in Los Angeles, California. As the son of a football coach, he experienced various moves during his childhood, residing in Boulder, Colorado, and the Los Angeles area. He later moved to Seattle, Washington, at age 13. Mora attended the University of Washington, where he played as a reserve defensive back and linebacker for the Huskies from 1980 to 1983. During his college playing career, he was part of two Rose Bowl teams. After graduating in 1984, he began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at the University of Washington, before transitioning to the professional ranks the following year.
Mora’s professional coaching career began with the San Diego Chargers in 1985 as a quality control coach, eventually becoming their defensive backs coach. He then worked with the New Orleans Saints from 1992 to 1996, serving under his father, Jim E. Mora. From 1997 to 2003, Mora was part of the San Francisco 49ers coaching staff, spending his last five seasons as the defensive coordinator. In 2004, he was hired as the head coach for the Atlanta Falcons, leading them to an 11-5 record and an NFC Championship Game appearance, earning him the NFC Coach of the Year award. He later served as head coach for the Seattle Seahawks in 2009. From 2012 to 2017, Mora held the head coach position at UCLA, where he achieved a 46-30 overall record and led the team to three bowl game appearances, winning two.
In 2021, Jim Mora was named the head football coach for the University of Connecticut. He quickly made an impact, leading the Huskies to a 6-6 regular season record and a bowl appearance in his first season in 2022. The 2024 season marked a significant milestone, as he guided UConn to a 9-4 record, their most wins since 2010, culminating in a victory at the Wasabi Fenway Bowl. For his leadership during the 2024 season, Mora was named The Gridiron Club of Greater Boston’s Head Coach of the Year and the FBS Independent/PAC12 Coach of the Year by College Football Live. Beyond coaching, Mora has also worked as a commentator for NFL Network and Fox Sports, and he co-manages the “Count On Me Family Foundation,” supporting children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
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