John Gutekunst (born April 13, 1944) is an American former college football coach and player.
He served as the head football coach at the University of Minnesota from 1985 to 1991, compiling a record of 29–37–2.
He joined the East Carolina staff in October 2009, taking over for Rock Roggeman, who left on indefinite medical leave.
He now is the head ranger at Willbrook Plantation Golf Course in Pawleys Island, SC.
His son, Brian Gutekunst, is the general manager of the Green Bay Packers.