49ers coach Chip Kelly said an important lesson from his recently passed father played a role in not bolting for his old job at Oregon.
Chip Kelly says father’s lesson kept him from leaving 49ers
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Chip Kelly discusses his father and commitment to 49ers
Chip Kelly discusses his father and commitment to 49ers
By Site Staff
Dec 7, 2016
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We read the obituary on your dad, very nice. What has helped you and your family get through this time?
"Well, I think you're just really thankful for the time we had with him. He lived a vibrant and long life, 87 years. He touched a lot of people in his life...
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