Washington Commanders defensive backfield coach history

Don Doll

Doll was the defensive backfield coach for the Washington Redskins in the 1966-1970 seasons, a total of five years. Doll's record as the team's defensive backfield coach was 30-35-5, making him the most successful defensive backfield coach in Washington Commanders history.

Torgy Torgeson

Torgeson was the defensive backfield coach for the Washington Redskins in the 1959-1961 seasons, a total of three years. Torgeson's record as the team's defensive backfield coach was 5-30-3, making him the second-most successful defensive backfield coach in Washington Commanders history.


Washington Commanders defensive backfield coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Don Doll 1966-1970 30-35-5 46.4% 0-0
Torgy Torgeson 1959-1961 5-30-3 17.1% 0-0

Washington Commanders defensive backfield coach facts

  • Torgy Torgeson was the first defensive backfield coach in Commanders history in 1959.
  • Don Doll coached the most seasons as the Commanders's defensive backfield coach at five seasons.
  • Don Doll was the last coach to hold the position of defensive backfield coach, leaving the role after the 1970 season.