Miami Dolphins assistant to the head coach history

Lance Bennett

Bennett was the assistant to the head coach for the Miami Dolphins in the 2019-2021 seasons, a total of three years. Bennett's record as the team's assistant to the head coach was 24-25-0, making him the most successful assistant to the head coach in Miami Dolphins history.

Jay Kaiser

Kaiser was the assistant to the head coach for the Miami Dolphins in the 2012-2018 seasons, a total of seven years. Kaiser's record as the team's assistant to the head coach was 52-60-0, making him the second-most successful assistant to the head coach in Miami Dolphins history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2016) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Kaiser in playoff games.

Scott O'Brien

O'Brien was the assistant to the head coach for the Miami Dolphins in the 2006 season. O'Brien's record as the team's assistant to the head coach was 6-10-0, making him the third-most successful assistant to the head coach in Miami Dolphins history.


Miami Dolphins assistant to the head coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Lance Bennett 2019-2021 24-25-0 49.0% 0-0
Jay Kaiser 2012-2018 52-60-0 46.4% 0-1
Scott O'Brien 2006 6-10-0 37.5% 0-0

Miami Dolphins assistant to the head coach facts

  • Scott O'Brien was the first assistant to the head coach in Dolphins history in 2006.
  • Jay Kaiser coached the most seasons as the Dolphins's assistant to the head coach at seven seasons.
  • Lance Bennett was the last coach to hold the position of assistant to the head coach, leaving the role after the 2021 season.