Washington Commanders special teams assistant coach history
Bret Munsey
Munsey was the special teams assistant coach for the Washington Redskins in the 2015-2016 seasons, a total of two years. Munsey's record as the team's special teams assistant coach was 17-14-1, making him the most successful special teams assistant coach in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2015) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Munsey in playoff games.
Richard Hightower
Hightower was the special teams assistant coach for the Washington Redskins in the 2010-2013 seasons, a total of four years. Hightower's record as the team's special teams assistant coach was 24-40-0, making him the third-most successful special teams assistant coach in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2012) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Hightower in playoff games.
Kirk Olivadotti
Olivadotti was the special teams assistant coach for the Washington Redskins in the 2004-2006 seasons, a total of three years. Olivadotti's record as the team's special teams assistant coach was 21-27-0, making him the second-most successful special teams assistant coach in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2005) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Olivadotti in playoff games.
DeChon Burns
Burns was the special teams assistant coach for the Washington Redskins in the 2003 season. Burns' record as the team's special teams assistant coach was 5-11-0, making him the least successful special teams assistant coach in Washington Commanders history.
Washington Commanders special teams assistant coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bret Munsey | 2015-2016 | 17-14-1 | 54.7% | 0-1 |
| Richard Hightower | 2010-2013 | 24-40-0 | 37.5% | 0-1 |
| Kirk Olivadotti | 2004-2006 | 21-27-0 | 43.8% | 1-1 |
| DeChon Burns | 2003 | 5-11-0 | 31.3% | 0-0 |
Washington Commanders special teams assistant coach facts
- DeChon Burns was the first special teams assistant coach in Commanders history in 2003.
- Richard Hightower coached the most seasons as the Commanders's special teams assistant coach at four seasons.
- Bret Munsey was the last coach to hold the position of special teams assistant coach, leaving the role after the 2016 season.