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How becoming a dad helped convince Sean McVay to remain Rams head coach

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Sean McVay and wife Veronika welcomed a newborn son on Oct. 24, 2023 .

Being a husband, and a father to Jordan , has given him “real purpose” off the field.

The 38-year-old became the youngest coach in modern NFL history when owner Stan Kroenke signed off on making him the Rams ’ on-field leader.

McVay spoke often about wanting to become a father, but actually becoming one “transformed” him in meaningful ways, his mother says.

He is now more patient, empathetic, thoughtful and compassionate at home and at work, Veronika says.

"I've had some moments where I'm holding him, and you look down and you're like, 'OK, how did that end up on me?".

Rams coach sees players as young people who are navigating their own struggles and triumphs.

McVay 's view evolved when he became a father, his wife says.

Rams players, many of them also young fathers, have noted subtle changes in coach since he's a parent.

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp : Fatherhood helps give perspective, levels you out a little bit.

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