San Francisco 49ers defense history
Phil Bengtson
Bengtson was the defense for the San Francisco 49ers in the 1951-1958 seasons, a total of eight years. Bengtson's record as the team's defense was 53-40-3, making him the most successful defense in San Francisco 49ers history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1957) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Bengtson in playoff games.
San Francisco 49ers defense record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Bengtson | 1951-1958 | 53-40-3 | 56.8% | 0-1 |
San Francisco 49ers defense facts
- Phil Bengtson was the first defense in 49ers history in 1951.
- Phil Bengtson coached the most seasons as the 49ers's defense at eight seasons.
- Phil Bengtson was the last coach to hold the position of defense, leaving the role after the 1958 season.