“The Blind Side”: What The Film Got Right, And What Was Inaccurate

Michael’s Coach Was Not So “Goofy”

In the film Coach Cotton’s character was a representation of Hugh Freeze. In the film, Cotton asked for help while working with Michael. In real life, Freeze is very accomplished and didn’t ask for help. He was very successful as both a high school and college football coach. Freeze complained he isn’t as goofy in real life than as the film suggests. “I sure hope I’m not as goofy as this guy—that was my reaction. I don’t think I needed so much guidance in coaching, but at the end of the day, the movie is about a young man who receives a chance and a family who puts their faith into action. It changed a person’s trajectory in life.”

Michael’s Coach Was Not So “Goofy”