Miami Dolphins defensive nickel package coach history

Bill Lewis

Lewis was the defensive nickel package coach for the Miami Dolphins in the 1996-2004 seasons, a total of nine years. Lewis' record as the team's defensive nickel package coach was 81-63-0, making him the most successful defensive nickel package coach in Miami Dolphins history. The team made it to the playoffs five times (1997-2001) and had a 3-5 record under Coach Lewis in playoff games.


Miami Dolphins defensive nickel package coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Bill Lewis 1996-2004 81-63-0 56.3% 3-5

Miami Dolphins defensive nickel package coach facts

  • Bill Lewis was the first defensive nickel package coach in Dolphins history in 1996.
  • Bill Lewis coached the most seasons as the Dolphins's defensive nickel package coach at nine seasons.
  • Bill Lewis was the last coach to hold the position of defensive nickel package coach, leaving the role after the 2004 season.