New York Jets defensive coordinator history
Jeff Ulbrich
Ulbrich is the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets since the 2021 season, a total of four years.
Gregg Williams
Williams was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 2019-2020 seasons, a total of two years. Williams' record as the team's defensive coordinator was 7-21-0, making him the second-least successful defensive coordinator in New York Jets history.
Kacy Rodgers
Rodgers was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 2015-2018 seasons, a total of four years.
Dennis Thurman
Thurman was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 2013-2014 seasons, a total of two years.
Mike Pettine
Pettine was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 2009-2012 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2009-2010) and had a 4-2 record under Coach Pettine in playoff games.
Bob Sutton
Sutton was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 2006-2008 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2006) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Sutton in playoff games.
Donnie Henderson
Henderson was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 2004-2005 seasons, a total of two years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2004) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Henderson in playoff games.
Ted Cottrell
Cottrell was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 2001-2003 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2001-2002) and had a 1-2 record under Coach Cottrell in playoff games.
Mike Nolan
Nolan was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 2000 season. Nolan's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 9-7-0, making him the most successful defensive coordinator in New York Jets history.
Jim Vechiarella
Vechiarella was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 1995-1996 seasons, a total of two years. Vechiarella's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 4-28-0, making him the least successful defensive coordinator in New York Jets history.
Pete Carroll
Carroll was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 1990-1993 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1991) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Carroll in playoff games.
Ralph Hawkins
Hawkins was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 1989 season. Hawkins' record as the team's defensive coordinator was 4-12-0, making him the second-least successful defensive coordinator in New York Jets history.
Bud Carson
Carson was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 1985-1988 seasons, a total of four years. Carson's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 35-27-1, making him the most successful defensive coordinator in New York Jets history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1985-1986) and had a 1-2 record under Coach Carson in playoff games.
Joe Gardi
Gardi was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 1981-1984 seasons, a total of four years. Gardi's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 30-26-1, making him the third-most successful defensive coordinator in New York Jets history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1981-1982) and had a 2-2 record under Coach Gardi in playoff games.
John Mazur
Mazur was the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets in the 1980 season. Mazur's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 4-12-0, making him the second-least successful defensive coordinator in New York Jets history.
New York Jets defensive coordinator record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Ulbrich | 2021-2024 | 22-44-0 | 33.3% | 0-0 |
| Gregg Williams | 2019-2020 | 7-21-0 | 25.0% | 0-0 |
| Kacy Rodgers | 2015-2018 | 24-40-0 | 37.5% | 0-0 |
| Dennis Thurman | 2013-2014 | 12-20-0 | 37.5% | 0-0 |
| Mike Pettine | 2009-2012 | 34-30-0 | 53.1% | 4-2 |
| Bob Sutton | 2006-2008 | 23-25-0 | 47.9% | 0-1 |
| Donnie Henderson | 2004-2005 | 14-18-0 | 43.8% | 1-1 |
| Ted Cottrell | 2001-2003 | 25-23-0 | 52.1% | 1-2 |
| Mike Nolan | 2000 | 9-7-0 | 56.3% | 0-0 |
| Jim Vechiarella | 1995-1996 | 4-28-0 | 12.5% | 0-0 |
| Pete Carroll | 1990-1993 | 26-38-0 | 40.6% | 0-1 |
| Ralph Hawkins | 1989 | 4-12-0 | 25.0% | 0-0 |
| Bud Carson | 1985-1988 | 35-27-1 | 56.3% | 1-2 |
| Joe Gardi | 1981-1984 | 30-26-1 | 53.5% | 2-2 |
| John Mazur | 1980 | 4-12-0 | 25.0% | 0-0 |
New York Jets defensive coordinator facts
- John Mazur was the first defensive coordinator in Jets history in 1980.
- Joe Gardi, Bud Carson, Pete Carroll, Mike Pettine, Kacy Rodgers, and Jeff Ulbrich coached the most seasons as the Jets's defensive coordinator at four seasons.
- Jeff Ulbrich is the current defensive coordinator, starting ahead of the 2021 season.