Don Shula stopped coaching in 1995. His 300-win record still stands in 2026. Yet the name Don Shula trended across South Florida social feeds after a college game that had nothing to do with the NFL. FAU 16-10 FIU on Sep 19 2026. A 16-10 defensive slugfest. A rivalry trophy named after him. That is the connection.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Why did Don Shula trend after the FAU vs FIU game in 2026?
- A: The FAU-FIU rivalry trophy is the Don Shula Trophy. The Sep 19 2026 game, FAU 16-10 FIU, brought the trophy and Shula’s legacy back into South Florida social feeds.
- Q: Is Don Shula’s 300-win record still standing in 2026?
- A: Yes. Shula retired in 1995 with 347 career wins and his NFL regular-season win record remains unbroken in 2026.
- Q: What was the score of FAU vs FIU on Sep 19 2026?
- A: Florida Atlantic University defeated Florida International University 16-10 in a defensive slugfest.