Pittsburgh Steelers defensive backs coach history
Tom Bradley
Bradley was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2018-2020 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2020) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Bradley in playoff games.
Carnell Lake
Lake was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2011-2017 seasons, a total of seven years. The team made it to the playoffs five times (2011, 2014-2017) and had a 3-5 record under Coach Lake in playoff games.
Ray Horton
Horton was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2007-2010 seasons, a total of four years. Horton's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 43-21-0, making him the second-most successful defensive backs coach in Pittsburgh Steelers history. The team made it to the playoffs three times (2007-2008, 2010) and had a 5-2 record under Coach Horton in playoff games. In 2008, the Pittsburgh Steelers faced off against the Arizona Cardinals in Super Bowl XLIII and the Steelers, under the direction of head coach Mike Tomlin, won 27-23. In 2010, the Pittsburgh Steelers faced off against the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl XLV and the Steelers, under the direction of head coach Mike Tomlin, lost 25-31.
Darren Perry
Perry was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2003-2006 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2004-2005) and had a 5-1 record under Coach Perry in playoff games. In 2005, the Pittsburgh Steelers faced off against the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XL and the Steelers, under the direction of head coach Bill Cowher, won 21-10.
Willy Robinson
Robinson was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2000-2003 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2001-2002) and had a 2-2 record under Coach Robinson in playoff games.
Tim Lewis
Lewis was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1995-1999 seasons, a total of five years. Lewis' record as the team's defensive backs coach was 45-35-0, making him the third-least successful defensive backs coach in Pittsburgh Steelers history. The team made it to the playoffs three times (1995-1997) and had a 4-3 record under Coach Lewis in playoff games. In 1995, the Pittsburgh Steelers faced off against the Dallas Cowboys in Super Bowl XXX and the Steelers, under the direction of head coach Bill Cowher, lost 17-27.
Dick LeBeau
LeBeau was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1992-1994 seasons, a total of three years. LeBeau's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 32-16-0, making him the third-most successful defensive backs coach in Pittsburgh Steelers history. The team made it to the playoffs three times (1992-1994) and had a 1-3 record under Coach LeBeau in playoff games.
John Fox
Fox was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1989-1991 seasons, a total of three years. Fox's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 25-23-0, making him the second-least successful defensive backs coach in Pittsburgh Steelers history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1989) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Fox in playoff games.
Tony Dungy
Dungy was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1982-1983 seasons, a total of two years. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1982-1983) and had a 0-2 record under Coach Dungy in playoff games.
Woody Widenhofer
Widenhofer was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1978 season. Widenhofer's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 14-2-0, making him the most successful defensive backs coach in Pittsburgh Steelers history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1978) and had a 3-0 record under Coach Widenhofer in playoff games. In 1978, the Pittsburgh Steelers faced off against the Dallas Cowboys in Super Bowl XIII and the Steelers, under the direction of head coach Chuck Noll, won 35-31.
Charlie Sumner
Sumner was the defensive backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1969-1972 seasons, a total of four years. Sumner's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 23-33-0, making him the least successful defensive backs coach in Pittsburgh Steelers history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1972) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Sumner in playoff games.
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive backs coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Bradley | 2018-2020 | 29-18-1 | 61.5% | 0-1 |
| Carnell Lake | 2011-2017 | 73-39-0 | 65.2% | 3-5 |
| Ray Horton | 2007-2010 | 43-21-0 | 67.2% | 5-2 |
| Darren Perry | 2003-2006 | 40-24-0 | 62.5% | 5-1 |
| Willy Robinson | 2000-2003 | 38-25-1 | 60.2% | 2-2 |
| Tim Lewis | 1995-1999 | 45-35-0 | 56.3% | 4-3 |
| Dick LeBeau | 1992-1994 | 32-16-0 | 66.7% | 1-3 |
| John Fox | 1989-1991 | 25-23-0 | 52.1% | 1-1 |
| Tony Dungy | 1982-1983 | 16-9-0 | 64.0% | 0-2 |
| Woody Widenhofer | 1978 | 14-2-0 | 87.5% | 3-0 |
| Charlie Sumner | 1969-1972 | 23-33-0 | 41.1% | 1-1 |
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive backs coach facts
- Charlie Sumner was the first defensive backs coach in Steelers history in 1969.
- Carnell Lake coached the most seasons as the Steelers's defensive backs coach at seven seasons.
- Tom Bradley was the last coach to hold the position of defensive backs coach, leaving the role after the 2020 season.