Carolina Panthers assistant defensive line coach history
Terrance Knighton
Knighton was the assistant defensive line coach for the Carolina Panthers in the 2022 season. Knighton's record as the team's assistant defensive line coach was 7-10-0, making him the second-most successful assistant defensive line coach in Carolina Panthers history.
Frank Okam
Okam was the assistant defensive line coach for the Carolina Panthers in the 2020 season. Okam's record as the team's assistant defensive line coach was 5-11-0, making him the third-most successful assistant defensive line coach in Carolina Panthers history.
Sam Mills III
Mills III was the assistant defensive line coach for the Carolina Panthers in the 2011-2018 seasons, a total of eight years. Mills III's record as the team's assistant defensive line coach was 71-56-1, making him the most successful assistant defensive line coach in Carolina Panthers history. The team made it to the playoffs four times (2013-2015, 2017) and had a 3-4 record under Coach Mills III in playoff games. In 2015, the Carolina Panthers faced off against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl L and the Panthers, under the direction of head coach Ron Rivera, lost 10-24.
Carolina Panthers assistant defensive line coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrance Knighton | 2022 | 7-10-0 | 41.2% | 0-0 |
| Frank Okam | 2020 | 5-11-0 | 31.3% | 0-0 |
| Sam Mills III | 2011-2018 | 71-56-1 | 55.9% | 3-4 |
Carolina Panthers assistant defensive line coach facts
- Sam Mills III was the first assistant defensive line coach in Panthers history in 2011.
- Sam Mills III coached the most seasons as the Panthers's assistant defensive line coach at eight seasons.
- Terrance Knighton was the last coach to hold the position of assistant defensive line coach, leaving the role after the 2022 season.