Miami Dolphins running defense coordinator history

Mike Scarry

Scarry was the running defense coordinator for the Miami Dolphins in the 1975-1985 seasons, a total of eleven years. Scarry's record as the team's running defense coordinator was 111-51-1, making him the most successful running defense coordinator in Miami Dolphins history. The team made it to the playoffs seven times (1978-1979, 1981-1985) and had a 6-7 record under Coach Scarry in playoff games. In 1982, the Miami Dolphins faced off against the Washington Redskins in Super Bowl XVII and the Dolphins, under the direction of head coach Don Shula, lost 17-27. In 1984, the Miami Dolphins faced off against the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XIX and the Dolphins, under the direction of head coach Don Shula, lost 16-38.


Miami Dolphins running defense coordinator record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Mike Scarry 1975-1985 111-51-1 68.4% 6-7

Miami Dolphins running defense coordinator facts

  • Mike Scarry was the first running defense coordinator in Dolphins history in 1975.
  • Mike Scarry coached the most seasons as the Dolphins's running defense coordinator at eleven seasons.
  • Mike Scarry was the last coach to hold the position of running defense coordinator, leaving the role after the 1985 season.