New York Giants defensive coach history

Andy Robustelli

Robustelli was the defensive coach for the New York Giants in the 1962-1964 seasons, a total of three years. Robustelli's record as the team's defensive coach was 25-15-2, making him the second-most successful defensive coach in New York Giants history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1962-1963) and had a 0-2 record under Coach Robustelli in playoff games.

Harland Svare

Svare was the defensive coach for the New York Giants in the 1961 season. Svare's record as the team's defensive coach was 10-3-1, making him the most successful defensive coach in New York Giants history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1961) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Svare in playoff games.


New York Giants defensive coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Andy Robustelli 1962-1964 25-15-2 61.9% 0-2
Harland Svare 1961 10-3-1 75.0% 0-1

New York Giants defensive coach facts

  • Harland Svare was the first defensive coach in Giants history in 1961.
  • Andy Robustelli coached the most seasons as the Giants's defensive coach at three seasons.
  • Andy Robustelli was the last coach to hold the position of defensive coach, leaving the role after the 1964 season.