Mark Brunell

Coach Football

Former NFL Quarterback | Jacksonville, FL | Current QB Coach for Detroit Lions

Personal Statement

As a former NFL quarterback and current coach, I bring over two decades of leadership experience, a strong commitment to teamwork, and a passion for developing talent both on and off the field. My career has been built on faith, integrity, perseverance, and service—principles that guide how I lead, mentor, and contribute to any organization I’m part of. I’m driven to make a positive impact by fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and character.

Coach Biography

Mark Brunell enters his fourth season as the Lions' quarterbacks coach in 2024. In 2023, he helped QB Jared Goff lead the NFL in passing first downs (227), rank second in passing yards (4,575) and rank fourth in passing touchdowns (30) en route to the team capturing their first division title since 1993 and advancin...

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QBs coach Mark Brunell talks competitive practices

Mark Brunell looks at the challenges and options his players face in defeating the opposition through the eyes of a quarterback.

Detroit Lions Media Availability: June 13, 2022 | Mark Brunell

Watch Detroit Lions quarterbacks coach Mark Brunell speak to the media June 13, 2022.

Achievements

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Feb 2015

Rose Bowl Hall of Fame

Inducted into the Rose Bowl Hall of Fame in 2015.

Feb 2013

Pride of the Jaguars

Inducted into the "Pride of the Jaguars," the team's Hall of Fame equivalent, in 2013.

Feb 2010

Super Bowl XLIV Champion

Won Super Bowl XLIV with the New Orleans Saints in 2010

Feb 1996

Pro Bowl (1996, 1997, 1999)

Named to the Pro Bowl three times

Feb 1991

NCAA National Champions - University of Washington

Brunell was a backup quarterback for the national championship team

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Feb 1991

1991 Rose Bowl - Most Valuable Player

Named Most Valuable Player of the 1991 Rose Bowl after leading the Huskies to a 46–34 victory over Iowa.

Principles

Mark Allen Brunell is an American professional football coach and former quarterback who is the quarterbacks coach for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League.

Faith and Integrity: placing faith at the center of his life and strives to act with integrity in all circumstances.

Leadership by Example: He believes in earning respect through humility, composure, and consistent hard work rather than just words.

Hard Work and Perseverance: Belief in overcoming obstacles through dedication and resilience.

Team-First Mentality: Prioritizing the success of the team over personal accolades or status.