Dallas Cowboys defensive nickel package coach history

Bill Bates

Bates was the defensive nickel package coach for the Dallas Cowboys in the 2001-2002 seasons, a total of two years. Bates' record as the team's defensive nickel package coach was 10-22-0, making him the most successful defensive nickel package coach in Dallas Cowboys history.

Clancy Pendergast

Pendergast was the defensive nickel package coach for the Dallas Cowboys in the 2000 season. Pendergast's record as the team's defensive nickel package coach was 5-11-0, making him the most successful defensive nickel package coach in Dallas Cowboys history.


Dallas Cowboys defensive nickel package coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Bill Bates 2001-2002 10-22-0 31.3% 0-0
Clancy Pendergast 2000 5-11-0 31.3% 0-0

Dallas Cowboys defensive nickel package coach facts

  • Clancy Pendergast was the first defensive nickel package coach in Cowboys history in 2000.
  • Bill Bates coached the most seasons as the Cowboys's defensive nickel package coach at two seasons.
  • Bill Bates was the last coach to hold the position of defensive nickel package coach, leaving the role after the 2002 season.