Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator history
Derrick Ansley
Ansley is the defensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers since the 2023 season. Ansley's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 5-12-0, making him the least successful defensive coordinator in Los Angeles Chargers history.
Renaldo Hill
Hill was the defensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers in the 2021-2022 seasons, a total of two years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2022) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Hill in playoff games.
Gus Bradley
Bradley was the defensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers in the 2017-2020 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2018) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Bradley in playoff games.
John Pagano
Pagano was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 2012-2016 seasons, a total of five years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2013) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Pagano in playoff games.
Greg Manusky
Manusky was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 2011 season.
Ron Rivera
Rivera was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 2009-2010 seasons, a total of two years. Rivera's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 22-10-0, making him the second-most successful defensive coordinator in Los Angeles Chargers history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2009) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Rivera in playoff games.
Ted Cottrell
Cottrell was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 2007-2008 seasons, a total of two years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2007) and had a 2-1 record under Coach Cottrell in playoff games.
Wade Phillips
Phillips was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 2004-2006 seasons, a total of three years. Phillips' record as the team's defensive coordinator was 35-13-0, making him the most successful defensive coordinator in Los Angeles Chargers history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2004, 2006) and had a 0-2 record under Coach Phillips in playoff games.
Dale Lindsey
Lindsey was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 2002-2003 seasons, a total of two years.
Joe Pascale
Pascale was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 1997-2001 seasons, a total of five years. Pascale's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 21-48-0, making him the second-least successful defensive coordinator in Los Angeles Chargers history.
Dave Adolph
Adolph was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 1985, 1995-1996 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1995) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Adolph in playoff games.
Bill Arnsparger
Arnsparger was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 1992-1994 seasons, a total of three years. Arnsparger's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 30-18-0, making him the third-most successful defensive coordinator in Los Angeles Chargers history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1992, 1994) and had a 3-2 record under Coach Arnsparger in playoff games. In 1994, the San Diego Chargers faced off against the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XXIX and the Chargers, under the direction of head coach Bobby Ross, lost 26-49.
Ron Lynn
Lynn was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 1986-1991 seasons, a total of six years. Lynn's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 34-61-0, making him the third-least successful defensive coordinator in Los Angeles Chargers history.
Jackie Simpson
Simpson was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 1974-1980 seasons, a total of seven years. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1979-1980) and had a 1-2 record under Coach Simpson in playoff games.
Phil Bengtson
Bengtson was the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the 1971 season.
Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derrick Ansley | 2023 | 5-12-0 | 29.4% | 0-0 |
| Renaldo Hill | 2021-2022 | 19-15-0 | 55.9% | 0-1 |
| Gus Bradley | 2017-2020 | 33-31-0 | 51.6% | 1-1 |
| John Pagano | 2012-2016 | 34-46-0 | 42.5% | 1-1 |
| Greg Manusky | 2011 | 8-8-0 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
| Ron Rivera | 2009-2010 | 22-10-0 | 68.8% | 0-1 |
| Ted Cottrell | 2007-2008 | 14-10-0 | 58.3% | 2-1 |
| Wade Phillips | 2004-2006 | 35-13-0 | 72.9% | 0-2 |
| Dale Lindsey | 2002-2003 | 12-20-0 | 37.5% | 0-0 |
| Joe Pascale | 1997-2001 | 21-48-0 | 30.4% | 0-0 |
| Dave Adolph | 1985, 1995-1996 | 25-23-0 | 52.1% | 0-1 |
| Bill Arnsparger | 1992-1994 | 30-18-0 | 62.5% | 3-2 |
| Ron Lynn | 1986-1991 | 34-61-0 | 35.8% | 0-0 |
| Jackie Simpson | 1974-1980 | 52-52-0 | 50.0% | 1-2 |
| Phil Bengtson | 1971 | 6-8-0 | 42.9% | 0-0 |
Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator facts
- Phil Bengtson was the first defensive coordinator in Chargers history in 1971.
- Jackie Simpson coached the most seasons as the Chargers's defensive coordinator at seven seasons.
- Derrick Ansley is the current defensive coordinator, starting ahead of the 2023 season.