Early Life and Roots Cindy Gruden, born Cindy Brooks, entered the world on April 29, 1964, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Her story begins long before she became widely known as the wife of NFL coach and commentator Jon Gruden. Growing up in Knoxville, she enjoyed the kind of small-town environment where everyone knew each other, and…
Introduction When it comes to the NFL, few names stir as much conversation as Jon Gruden. From his Super Bowl win with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to his high-profile coaching stint with the Las Vegas Raiders, Gruden’s life—both on and off the field—has been a constant subject of discussion. But fans don’t just want to…
Introduction When you think of the name Gruden, chances are your mind jumps straight to NFL coaching legend Jon Gruden. But there’s another Gruden making waves in his own lane—Deuce Gruden, the strength and conditioning powerhouse for the Las Vegas Raiders. Beyond being the coach’s son, Deuce is a world-class powerlifter, a respected NFL coach,…