| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 29, 1909 |
| Died | December 25, 1991 (aged 82) Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Playing career | |
| 1928–1930 | Texas Tech |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1941–1945 | Tulsa (backfield) |
| 1946–1952 | Tulsa |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 45–25–4 |
| Accomplishments and honors | |
| Championships | |
| 4 MVC (1946–1947, 1950–1951) | |
| Awards | |
| 2× MVC Coach of the Year (1950–1951) | |
John Orville "Buddy" Brothers (May 29, 1909 – December 25, 1991) was an American college football coach. He coached the Tulsa Golden Hurricane football team at the University of Tulsa from 1946 to 1952 and compiled a 45–25–4 record and .635 winning percentage.