Illinois assistant coach Dana Dimel died Tuesday morning. He was 62.
Dimel, a longtime college football coach who was a head coach at three different schools, died in his sleep This is evident from a statement from his agent. Dimel had served as an offensive assistant at Illinois.
“Today is a difficult day for college football and our Illini family,” Illinois coach Bret Bielema said in a statement. “Dana was an exceptional person, husband, father, friend and football coach. He impacted the lives of countless coaches, players and staff for over three decades in college football. His impact on our program was incredible to witness and to be a part van. His infectious positive energy had a great impact on me, our players and everyone in our building every day. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family.
