Cam Cameron facts for kids
Cameron as offensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens
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| Biographical details | |
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| Born | February 6, 1961 Chapel Hill, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Playing career | |
| 1981–1983 | Indiana |
| Position(s) | Quarterback |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1984–1985 | Michigan (GA) |
| 1986–1989 | Michigan (WR) |
| 1990–1993 | Michigan (WR/QB) |
| 1994–1996 | Washington Redskins (QB) |
| 1997–2001 | Indiana |
| 2002–2006 | San Diego Chargers (OC) |
| 2007 | Miami Dolphins |
| 2008–2012 | Baltimore Ravens (OC) |
| 2013–2016 | LSU (OC/QB) |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 18–37 (college) 1–15 (NFL) |
Malcolm "Cam" Cameron (born February 6, 1961) is a well-known American football coach. He was most recently the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the LSU Tigers football team. Cameron played quarterback for Indiana University before starting his coaching career. He coached in both college (NCAA) and professional (NFL) football.
In the NFL, he was the offensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens and San Diego Chargers. He also served as the head coach for the Miami Dolphins for one season.
Early Life and College Days
Cam Cameron was born on February 6, 1961, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He was a talented athlete in high school, playing multiple sports. At Terre Haute South Vigo High School in Terre Haute, Indiana, he was an All-American quarterback.
He also played basketball and helped his team reach the state finals three times. Cameron continued to play both football and basketball at Indiana University. However, a knee injury ended his playing career. He graduated from Indiana University in 1983 with a degree in business.
Coaching Journey
Starting at Michigan
Cameron began his coaching career at the University of Michigan. He spent ten years there, learning from famous coach Bo Schembechler. After two years as a graduate assistant, he became Michigan's youngest assistant coach.
He helped train quarterbacks and receivers. Many players he coached later became NFL stars. These included Jim Harbaugh, Elvis Grbac, and Heisman Trophy winner Desmond Howard.
Coaching the Washington Redskins
From 1994 to 1996, Cameron was the quarterbacks coach for the Washington Redskins. He helped quarterback Gus Frerotte reach the Pro Bowl. He also played a big part in developing another Pro Bowl quarterback, Trent Green.
Returning to Indiana University
In 1997, Cameron became the head coach for the Indiana University Hoosiers. He coached there for five seasons. His teams had a record of 18 wins and 37 losses.
Cameron brought an exciting offense to Indiana. Players like Antwaan Randle El thrived under his coaching. Randle El became the first college player to pass for 40 touchdowns and score 40 rushing touchdowns.
Even though his teams didn't win often, Indiana was praised for its high football graduation rates. This recognition came from the American Football Coaches Association. Cameron left Indiana after the 2001 season.
Success with the San Diego Chargers
From 2002 to 2006, Cameron was the offensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers. In 2004, the Chargers scored 446 points, one of the highest in the NFL. Sports Illustrated even named him their Offensive Assistant of the Year.
In 2006, the Chargers' offense set a team record with 494 points. This helped LaDainian Tomlinson break the single-season touchdown record. Cameron also worked with other great players like quarterbacks Drew Brees and Philip Rivers.
Leading the Miami Dolphins
After his success with the Chargers, Cameron was hired as the head coach for the Miami Dolphins in 2007. The Dolphins had a tough season that year. They lost their first 13 games.
They finally won a game against the Baltimore Ravens in overtime. The Dolphins finished the 2007 season with a 1–15 record. This was the worst record in the team's history. Cameron was fired after this season.
Joining the Baltimore Ravens
On January 23, 2008, Cameron became the offensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens. He helped the Ravens achieve a 9–4 record during the 2012 NFL season. He was released from his position after Week 14 that year.
Even though he was released, the Ravens went on to win Super Bowl XLVII. The head coach, John Harbaugh, said Cameron deserved a Super Bowl ring. This was because he helped the team for most of the season.
Coaching at LSU
In 2013, Cameron joined LSU as their offensive coordinator. This reunited him with head coach Les Miles. His offense at LSU quickly found success. In 2013, LSU's offense averaged 46 points in their first six games.
They finished the season with strong numbers in passing, rushing, and total offense. Cameron also helped quarterback Zach Mettenberger have his best season at LSU. Cameron left LSU in 2016 when the head coach was fired.
Head Coaching Records
College Football Record
| Year | Team | Overall | Conference | Standing | Bowl/playoffs | ||||
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| Indiana Hoosiers (Big Ten Conference) (1997–2001) | |||||||||
| 1997 | Indiana | 2–9 | 1–7 | T–9th | |||||
| 1998 | Indiana | 4–7 | 2–6 | T–7th | |||||
| 1999 | Indiana | 4–7 | 3–5 | T–8th | |||||
| 2000 | Indiana | 3–8 | 2–6 | T–9th | |||||
| 2001 | Indiana | 5–6 | 4–4 | T–4th | |||||
| Indiana: | 18–37 | 12–28 | |||||||
| Total: | 18–37 | ||||||||
NFL Coaching Record
| Team | Year | Regular Season | Postseason | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Won | Lost | Ties | Win % | Finish | Won | Lost | Win % | Result | ||
| MIA | 2007 | 1 | 15 | 0 | .063 | 4th in AFC East | – | – | – | – |
| MIA Total | 1 | 15 | 0 | .063 | – | – | – | |||
| Total | 1 | 15 | 0 | .063 | ||||||
