Miami Dolphins punting coach history

Tom Keane

Keane was the punting coach for the Miami Dolphins in the 1976-1984 seasons, a total of nine years. Keane's record as the team's punting coach was 89-43-1, making him the most successful punting coach in Miami Dolphins history. The team made it to the playoffs six times (1978-1979, 1981-1984) and had a 5-6 record under Coach Keane 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 punting coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Tom Keane 1976-1984 89-43-1 67.3% 5-6

Miami Dolphins punting coach facts

  • Tom Keane was the first punting coach in Dolphins history in 1976.
  • Tom Keane coached the most seasons as the Dolphins's punting coach at nine seasons.
  • Tom Keane was the last coach to hold the position of punting coach, leaving the role after the 1984 season.