Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator history
Clint Hurtt
Hurtt is the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks since the 2022 season, a total of two years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2022) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Hurtt in playoff games.
Ken Norton Jr.
Jr. was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 2018-2021 seasons, a total of four years. Jr.'s record as the team's defensive coordinator was 40-25-0, making him the third-most successful defensive coordinator in Seattle Seahawks history. The team made it to the playoffs three times (2018-2020) and had a 1-3 record under Coach Jr. in playoff games.
Kris Richard
Richard was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 2015-2017 seasons, a total of three years. Richard's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 29-18-1, making him the third-most successful defensive coordinator in Seattle Seahawks history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2015-2016) and had a 2-2 record under Coach Richard in playoff games.
Dan Quinn
Quinn was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 2013-2014 seasons, a total of two years. Quinn's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 25-7-0, making him the most successful defensive coordinator in Seattle Seahawks history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2013-2014) and had a 5-1 record under Coach Quinn in playoff games. In 2013, the Seattle Seahawks faced off against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XLVIII and the Seahawks, under the direction of head coach Pete Carroll, won 43-8. In 2014, the Seattle Seahawks faced off against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLIX and the Seahawks, under the direction of head coach Pete Carroll, lost 24-28.
Gus Bradley
Bradley was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 2009-2012 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2010, 2012) and had a 2-2 record under Coach Bradley in playoff games.
John Marshall
Marshall was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 2006-2008 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2006-2007) and had a 2-2 record under Coach Marshall in playoff games.
Ray Rhodes
Rhodes was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 2003-2005 seasons, a total of three years. Rhodes' record as the team's defensive coordinator was 32-16-0, making him the second-most successful defensive coordinator in Seattle Seahawks history. The team made it to the playoffs three times (2003-2005) and had a 2-3 record under Coach Rhodes in playoff games. In 2005, the Seattle Seahawks faced off against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl XL and the Seahawks, under the direction of head coach Mike Holmgren, lost 10-21.
Steve Sidwell
Sidwell was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 2000-2002 seasons, a total of three years.
Fritz Shurmur
Shurmur was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 1999 season. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1999) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Shurmur in playoff games.
Greg McMackin
McMackin was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 1995-1998 seasons, a total of four years.
Rusty Tillman
Tillman was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 1992-1994 seasons, a total of three years. Tillman's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 14-34-0, making him the second-least successful defensive coordinator in Seattle Seahawks history.
Tom Catlin
Catlin was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 1983-1991 seasons, a total of nine years. The team made it to the playoffs four times (1983-1984, 1987-1988) and had a 3-4 record under Coach Catlin in playoff games.
Jackie Simpson
Simpson was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 1981-1982 seasons, a total of two years. Simpson's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 10-15-0, making him the third-least successful defensive coordinator in Seattle Seahawks history.
Larry Peccatiello
Peccatiello was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 1978-1980 seasons, a total of three years.
Bob Hollway
Hollway was the defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks in the 1976-1977 seasons, a total of two years. Hollway's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 7-21-0, making him the least successful defensive coordinator in Seattle Seahawks history.
Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clint Hurtt | 2022-2023 | 18-16-0 | 52.9% | 0-1 |
| Ken Norton Jr. | 2018-2021 | 40-25-0 | 61.5% | 1-3 |
| Kris Richard | 2015-2017 | 29-18-1 | 61.5% | 2-2 |
| Dan Quinn | 2013-2014 | 25-7-0 | 78.1% | 5-1 |
| Gus Bradley | 2009-2012 | 30-34-0 | 46.9% | 2-2 |
| John Marshall | 2006-2008 | 23-25-0 | 47.9% | 2-2 |
| Ray Rhodes | 2003-2005 | 32-16-0 | 66.7% | 2-3 |
| Steve Sidwell | 2000-2002 | 22-26-0 | 45.8% | 0-0 |
| Fritz Shurmur | 1999 | 9-7-0 | 56.3% | 0-1 |
| Greg McMackin | 1995-1998 | 31-33-0 | 48.4% | 0-0 |
| Rusty Tillman | 1992-1994 | 14-34-0 | 29.2% | 0-0 |
| Tom Catlin | 1983-1991 | 80-63-0 | 55.9% | 3-4 |
| Jackie Simpson | 1981-1982 | 10-15-0 | 40.0% | 0-0 |
| Larry Peccatiello | 1978-1980 | 22-26-0 | 45.8% | 0-0 |
| Bob Hollway | 1976-1977 | 7-21-0 | 25.0% | 0-0 |
Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator facts
- Bob Hollway was the first defensive coordinator in Seahawks history in 1976.
- Tom Catlin coached the most seasons as the Seahawks's defensive coordinator at nine seasons.
- Clint Hurtt is the current defensive coordinator, starting ahead of the 2022 season.