Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator history
Sean Desai
Desai is the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles since the 2023 season. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2023) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Desai in playoff games.
Jonathan Gannon
Gannon was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2021-2022 seasons, a total of two years. Gannon's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 23-11-0, making him the most successful defensive coordinator in Philadelphia Eagles history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2021-2022) and had a 2-2 record under Coach Gannon in playoff games. In 2022, the Philadelphia Eagles faced off against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII and the Eagles, under the direction of head coach Nick Sirianni, lost 35-38.
Jim Schwartz
Schwartz was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2016-2020 seasons, a total of five years. The team made it to the playoffs three times (2017-2019) and had a 4-2 record under Coach Schwartz in playoff games. In 2017, the Philadelphia Eagles faced off against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII and the Eagles, under the direction of head coach Doug Pederson, won 41-33.
Bill Davis
Davis was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2013-2015 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2013) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Davis in playoff games.
Juan Castillo
Castillo was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2011-2012 seasons, a total of two years.
Sean McDermott
McDermott was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2009-2010 seasons, a total of two years. McDermott's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 21-11-0, making him the second-most successful defensive coordinator in Philadelphia Eagles history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2009-2010) and had a 0-2 record under Coach McDermott in playoff games.
Jim Johnson
Johnson was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1999-2008 seasons, a total of ten years. The team made it to the playoffs seven times (2000-2004, 2006, 2008) and had a 10-7 record under Coach Johnson in playoff games. In 2004, the Philadelphia Eagles faced off against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XXXIX and the Eagles, under the direction of head coach Andy Reid, lost 21-24.
Emmitt Thomas
Thomas was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1995-1998 seasons, a total of four years. Thomas' record as the team's defensive coordinator was 29-34-1, making him the third-least successful defensive coordinator in Philadelphia Eagles history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1995-1996) and had a 1-2 record under Coach Thomas in playoff games.
Bud Carson
Carson was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1991-1994 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1992) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Carson in playoff games.
Jeff Fisher
Fisher was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1989-1990 seasons, a total of two years. Fisher's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 21-11-0, making him the second-most successful defensive coordinator in Philadelphia Eagles history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1989-1990) and had a 0-2 record under Coach Fisher in playoff games.
Wade Phillips
Phillips was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1986-1988 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1988) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Phillips in playoff games.
Marion Campbell
Campbell was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1977-1985 seasons, a total of nine years. The team made it to the playoffs four times (1978-1981) and had a 3-4 record under Coach Campbell in playoff games. In 1980, the Philadelphia Eagles faced off against the Oakland Raiders in Super Bowl XV and the Eagles, under the direction of head coach Dick Vermeil, lost 10-27.
John Mazur
Mazur was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1976 season. Mazur's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 4-10-0, making him the least successful defensive coordinator in Philadelphia Eagles history.
Jim Carr
Carr was the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1970-1971 seasons, a total of two years. Carr's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 9-17-2, making him the second-least successful defensive coordinator in Philadelphia Eagles history.
Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Desai | 2023 | 11-6-0 | 64.7% | 0-1 |
| Jonathan Gannon | 2021-2022 | 23-11-0 | 67.6% | 2-2 |
| Jim Schwartz | 2016-2020 | 42-37-1 | 53.1% | 4-2 |
| Bill Davis | 2013-2015 | 27-21-0 | 56.3% | 0-1 |
| Juan Castillo | 2011-2012 | 11-11-0 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
| Sean McDermott | 2009-2010 | 21-11-0 | 65.6% | 0-2 |
| Jim Johnson | 1999-2008 | 97-62-1 | 60.9% | 10-7 |
| Emmitt Thomas | 1995-1998 | 29-34-1 | 46.1% | 1-2 |
| Bud Carson | 1991-1994 | 36-28-0 | 56.3% | 1-1 |
| Jeff Fisher | 1989-1990 | 21-11-0 | 65.6% | 0-2 |
| Wade Phillips | 1986-1988 | 22-24-1 | 47.9% | 0-1 |
| Marion Campbell | 1977-1985 | 67-66-1 | 50.4% | 3-4 |
| John Mazur | 1976 | 4-10-0 | 28.6% | 0-0 |
| Jim Carr | 1970-1971 | 9-17-2 | 35.7% | 0-0 |
Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator facts
- Jim Carr was the first defensive coordinator in Eagles history in 1970.
- Jim Johnson coached the most seasons as the Eagles's defensive coordinator at ten seasons.
- Sean Desai is the current defensive coordinator, starting ahead of the 2023 season.