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‘He truly loves what he does’: The Jon Poppe Era

The son and brother of Columbia alums, head coach Jon Poppe’s place at the helm of the Lions is about more than just football—it’s about family.

By Lizzie Melashvili / Staff Illustrator
By Emma Dignan • October 23, 2024 at 7:21 PM



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When Poppe’s Lions played at Penn last week, they secured Columbia’s first win at Franklin Field since 1996.



















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The Poppe family poses for a picture at Columbia during Jon’s first stint with the Lions.










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Poppe walks with his daughter Ava.






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Anna and Jon Poppe embrace.













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Poppe runs out onto the field before a game.








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