Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator history
Ryan Nielsen
Nielsen is the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars since the 2024 season. Nielsen's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 2-6-0, making him the second-least successful defensive coordinator in Jacksonville Jaguars history.
Mike Caldwell
Caldwell was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2022-2023 seasons, a total of two years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2022) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Caldwell in playoff games.
Joe Cullen
Cullen was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2021 season. Cullen's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 3-14-0, making him the least successful defensive coordinator in Jacksonville Jaguars history.
Todd Wash
Wash was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2016-2020 seasons, a total of five years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2017) and had a 2-1 record under Coach Wash in playoff games.
Bob Babich
Babich was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2013-2015 seasons, a total of three years. Babich's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 12-36-0, making him the second-least successful defensive coordinator in Jacksonville Jaguars history.
Mel Tucker
Tucker was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2009-2012 seasons, a total of four years.
Gregg Williams
Williams was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2008 season.
Mike Smith
Smith was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2003-2007 seasons, a total of five years. Smith's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 45-35-0, making him the second-most successful defensive coordinator in Jacksonville Jaguars history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2005, 2007) and had a 1-2 record under Coach Smith in playoff games.
John Pease
Pease was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2002 season.
Gary Moeller
Moeller was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2001 season.
Dom Capers
Capers was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 1999-2000 seasons, a total of two years. Capers' record as the team's defensive coordinator was 21-11-0, making him the most successful defensive coordinator in Jacksonville Jaguars history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1999) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Capers in playoff games.
Dick Jauron
Jauron was the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 1995-1998 seasons, a total of four years. Jauron's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 35-29-0, making him the third-most successful defensive coordinator in Jacksonville Jaguars history. The team made it to the playoffs three times (1996-1998) and had a 3-3 record under Coach Jauron in playoff games.
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Nielsen | 2024 | 2-6-0 | 25.0% | 0-0 |
| Mike Caldwell | 2022-2023 | 18-16-0 | 52.9% | 1-1 |
| Joe Cullen | 2021 | 3-14-0 | 17.6% | 0-0 |
| Todd Wash | 2016-2020 | 25-55-0 | 31.3% | 2-1 |
| Bob Babich | 2013-2015 | 12-36-0 | 25.0% | 0-0 |
| Mel Tucker | 2009-2012 | 22-42-0 | 34.4% | 0-0 |
| Gregg Williams | 2008 | 5-11-0 | 31.3% | 0-0 |
| Mike Smith | 2003-2007 | 45-35-0 | 56.3% | 1-2 |
| John Pease | 2002 | 6-10-0 | 37.5% | 0-0 |
| Gary Moeller | 2001 | 6-10-0 | 37.5% | 0-0 |
| Dom Capers | 1999-2000 | 21-11-0 | 65.6% | 1-1 |
| Dick Jauron | 1995-1998 | 35-29-0 | 54.7% | 3-3 |
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator facts
- Dick Jauron was the first defensive coordinator in Jaguars history in 1995.
- Mike Smith and Todd Wash coached the most seasons as the Jaguars's defensive coordinator at five seasons.
- Ryan Nielsen is the current defensive coordinator, starting ahead of the 2024 season.