Washington Commanders senior defensive assistant coach history
John Pagano
Pagano was the senior defensive assistant coach for the Washington Commanders in the 2024-2025 seasons, a total of two years. Pagano's record as the team's senior defensive assistant coach was 17-17-0, making him the most successful senior defensive assistant coach in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2024) and had a 2-1 record under Coach Pagano in playoff games.
Richard Rodgers
Rodgers was the senior defensive assistant coach for the Washington Commanders in the 2023 season. Rodgers' record as the team's senior defensive assistant coach was 4-13-0, making him the second-most successful senior defensive assistant coach in Washington Commanders history.
Washington Commanders senior defensive assistant coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Pagano | 2024-2025 | 17-17-0 | 50.0% | 2-1 |
| Richard Rodgers | 2023 | 4-13-0 | 23.5% | 0-0 |
Washington Commanders senior defensive assistant coach facts
- Richard Rodgers was the first senior defensive assistant coach in Commanders history in 2023.
- John Pagano coached the most seasons as the Commanders's senior defensive assistant coach at two seasons.
- John Pagano was the last coach to hold the position of senior defensive assistant coach, leaving the role after the 2025 season.