Atlanta Falcons backfield coach history

Billy Ray Barnes

Barnes was the backfield coach for the Atlanta Falcons in the 1971-1974 seasons, a total of four years. Barnes' record as the team's backfield coach was 26-29-1, making him the most successful backfield coach in Atlanta Falcons history.


Atlanta Falcons backfield coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Billy Ray Barnes 1971-1974 26-29-1 47.3% 0-0

Atlanta Falcons backfield coach facts

  • Billy Ray Barnes was the first backfield coach in Falcons history in 1971.
  • Billy Ray Barnes coached the most seasons as the Falcons's backfield coach at four seasons.
  • Billy Ray Barnes was the last coach to hold the position of backfield coach, leaving the role after the 1974 season.