Washington Commanders offensive line coach history
John Matsko
Matsko was the offensive line coach for the Washington Commanders and Washington Football Team in the 2020-2022 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2020) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Matsko in playoff games.
Bill Callahan
Callahan was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 2015-2019 seasons, a total of five years. Callahan's record as the team's offensive line coach was 34-45-1, making him the third-least successful offensive line coach in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2015) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Callahan in playoff games.
Chris Foerster
Foerster was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 2010-2014 seasons, a total of five years. Foerster's record as the team's offensive line coach was 28-52-0, making him the least successful offensive line coach in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2012) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Foerster in playoff games.
Joe Bugel
Bugel was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 1981-1989, 2004-2009 seasons, a total of fifteen years. The team made it to the playoffs seven times (1982-1984, 1986-1987, 2005, 2007) and had a 12-5 record under Coach Bugel in playoff games. In 1982, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl XVII and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach Joe Gibbs, won 27-17. In 1983, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Los Angeles Raiders in Super Bowl XVIII and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach Joe Gibbs, lost 9-38. In 1987, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXII and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach Joe Gibbs, won 42-10.
Kim Helton
Helton was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 2002-2003 seasons, a total of two years. Helton's record as the team's offensive line coach was 12-20-0, making him the second-least successful offensive line coach in Washington Commanders history.
Joe Pendry
Pendry was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 2001 season.
Russ Grimm
Grimm was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 1997-2000 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1999) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Grimm in playoff games.
Jim Hanifan
Hanifan was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 1990-1996 seasons, a total of seven years. The team made it to the playoffs three times (1990-1992) and had a 5-2 record under Coach Hanifan in playoff games. In 1991, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Buffalo Bills in Super Bowl XXVI and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach Joe Gibbs, won 37-24.
Warren "Rennie" Simmons
Simmons was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 1990-1991 seasons, a total of two years. Simmons' record as the team's offensive line coach was 24-8-0, making him the most successful offensive line coach in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1990-1991) and had a 4-1 record under Coach Simmons in playoff games. In 1991, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Buffalo Bills in Super Bowl XXVI and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach Joe Gibbs, won 37-24.
Ray Callahan
Callahan was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 1979-1980 seasons, a total of two years.
Bill Austin
Austin was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 1969, 1973-1977 seasons, a total of six years. Austin's record as the team's offensive line coach was 54-28-2, making him the third-most successful offensive line coach in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs three times (1973-1974, 1976) and had a 0-3 record under Coach Austin in playoff games.
Mike McCormack
McCormack was the offensive line coach for the Washington Redskins in the 1971-1972 seasons, a total of two years. McCormack's record as the team's offensive line coach was 20-7-1, making him the second-most successful offensive line coach in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1971-1972) and had a 2-2 record under Coach McCormack in playoff games. In 1972, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl VII and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach George Allen, lost 7-14.
Washington Commanders offensive line coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Matsko | 2020-2022 | 22-27-1 | 45.0% | 0-1 |
| Bill Callahan | 2015-2019 | 34-45-1 | 43.1% | 0-1 |
| Chris Foerster | 2010-2014 | 28-52-0 | 35.0% | 0-1 |
| Joe Bugel | 1981-1989, 2004-2009 | 133-99-0 | 57.3% | 12-5 |
| Kim Helton | 2002-2003 | 12-20-0 | 37.5% | 0-0 |
| Joe Pendry | 2001 | 8-8-0 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
| Russ Grimm | 1997-2000 | 32-31-1 | 50.8% | 1-1 |
| Jim Hanifan | 1990-1996 | 55-57-0 | 49.1% | 5-2 |
| Warren "Rennie" Simmons | 1990-1991 | 24-8-0 | 75.0% | 4-1 |
| Ray Callahan | 1979-1980 | 16-16-0 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
| Bill Austin | 1969, 1973-1977 | 54-28-2 | 65.5% | 0-3 |
| Mike McCormack | 1971-1972 | 20-7-1 | 73.2% | 2-2 |
Washington Commanders offensive line coach facts
- Bill Austin was the first offensive line coach in Commanders history in 1969.
- Joe Bugel coached the most seasons as the Commanders's offensive line coach at fifteen seasons.
- John Matsko was the last coach to hold the position of offensive line coach, leaving the role after the 2022 season.