Bryan Wiedmeier | |
|---|---|
| Born | （1959年10月19日）October 19, 1959 |
| Died | June 7, 2016（2016年6月7日） (aged 56) |
| Education | University of Miami School of Law |
| Occupations | lawyer, NFL executive |
| Known for | football executive |
| Notable work | Miami Dolphins, Cleveland Browns |
| Spouse | Mary K. |
| Children | 5 |
Bryan Jon Wiedmeier (October 19, 1959 – June 7, 2016) was an American National Football League executive. He spent five seasons with the Cleveland Browns after joining their organization as executive vice president-business operations on January 11, 2010. In 2013, he adopted a new role, working closely with CEO Joe Banner focusing on long-term strategic planning for the organization, including stadium projects and other capital endeavors.
Beginnings with the Dolphins
Wiedmeier joined the Browns following a successful 29-year tenure with the Miami Dolphins. He was hired by Dolphins founder Joe Robbie in 1981 and was promoted to assistant general manager by Robbie in 1989. He served in key roles and ascending executive capacities for the Dolphins with responsibilities including business operations and football administration. He was named president and COO by owner H. Wayne Huizenga in January 2006.
During Wiedmeier's time with the Dolphins (1981–2009), the team ranked fourth in the NFL in wins with a 260–195–1 regular-season record, and appeared in 27 postseason games. This run was highlighted by eight division titles, four AFC Championship games and a pair of Super Bowl appearances.
Off the field, the Dolphins enjoyed equal success. The club produced franchise highs for consecutive sellouts and total attendance, and built both a new stadium and training facility. South Florida was also awarded five Super Bowls and a Pro Bowl by the NFL during this period. The Dolphins were leaders in the league's international initiatives with six appearances in five countries, including the inaugural regular-season games in London and Toronto.
Cleveland Browns
On January 11, 2010, the Cleveland Browns named Wiedmeier Executive Vice President - Business Operations.[1]
NFL
Wiedmeier was active in league affairs for 35 years as a club representative in National Football League matters and serving on NFL committees and working groups. He is an original member of the NFL Management Council’s Working Club Executive Committee and NFL Player Insurance Trust.
NFLでのキャリアにおいて、ウィードマイヤーはプロフットボール殿堂入りを果たした2名を含む、当時のフットボール界のトップリーダー5人と緊密に連携する機会を得ました。この中には、NFL史上最多勝利を収めたヘッドコーチ、ドン・シュラをはじめ、ジミー・ジョンソン、ニック・セイバン、ビル・パーセルズ、マイク・ホルムグレンなどが含まれています。
教育
ワイドマイヤーはマイアミ大学ロースクールで法務博士号を取得し、フロリダ州弁護士会会員でした。モンタナ州キャロル大学で3年間、センターとして先発を務め、同大学で経営学の学位を取得し、最終学年にはキャプテンを務めました。1978年にはキャロル大学殿堂入りを果たしたチームで、2年生ながら先発選手として活躍しました。
私生活
彼と妻のメアリー・K には、ローレン、ビクトリア、ジョン、ダニエル、マシューの 5 人の子供がいました。
ヴィードマイヤー氏は2012年10月にステージ4の脳腫瘍と診断された。余命15ヶ月と宣告されたにもかかわらず、2016年6月7日に癌で亡くなるまで4年近く生き続けた。享年56歳だった。[2]
注記
- ^ “Wiedmeier named Executive VP”. 2010年1月22日時点のオリジナルよりアーカイブ。2010年1月11日閲覧。
- ^ 死亡記事
